Charters Towers, QLD 4955
Where Townsville's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $220/wk Median
- 34.8% Renters
Charters Towers Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $220
- To the CBD
- 94.7km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Charters Towers Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Renters drawn to Charters Towers usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 8,040 people, 34.8% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $220 that reflects its position in the Townsville market.
Around Charters Towers
Charters Towers Point
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Charters Towers Point
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Charters Towers
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Charters Towers
Real questions renters ask before moving to Charters Towers.
How far is Charters Towers from the Townsville CBD?
Charters Towers is approximately 107km from the Townsville CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Charters Towers a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Charters Towers has a 34.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Charters Towers family-friendly for renters?
Charters Towers has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $220/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
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