Mount Louisa, QLD 4822
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $350/wk Median
- 35.1% Renters
Mount Louisa Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.1k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 7.9km
- Walkability
- 7.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Mount Louisa Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Renters drawn to Mount Louisa usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a solidly-sized suburb of 10,110 people, 35.1% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $350 that reflects its position in the Townsville market.
Around Mount Louisa
Mount Louisa Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Mount Louisa Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Mount Louisa
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Mount Louisa
Real questions renters ask before moving to Mount Louisa.
What's the community like in Mount Louisa?
Locals describe Mount Louisa as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 10,110, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Mount Louisa family-friendly for renters?
Mount Louisa has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $350/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
How much does it cost to rent in Mount Louisa?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Mount Louisa is $350. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $350 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Mount Louisa walkable?
Mount Louisa carries a walkability score of 7.6/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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