Glass House Mountains, QLD 4353
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $398/wk Median
- 15.4% Renters
Glass House Mountains Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.6k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $398
- To the CBD
- 31.6km
- Walkability
- 6.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Glass House Mountains usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 6,552 people, 15.4% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $398 that reflects its position in the Sunshine Coast market.
Around Glass House Mountains
Glass House Mountains Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Glass House Mountains Parade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Glass House Mountains
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Glass House Mountains
Real questions renters ask before moving to Glass House Mountains.
Is Glass House Mountains family-friendly for renters?
Glass House Mountains has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $398/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sunshine Coast.
Is Glass House Mountains walkable?
Glass House Mountains carries a walkability score of 6.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Glass House Mountains a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Glass House Mountains has a 15.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Glass House Mountains?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Glass House Mountains is $398. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $398 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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