South Townsville - Railway Estate, QLD 4513
Where Townsville's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $300/wk Median
- 44.5% Renters
South Townsville - Railway Estate Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.3k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 13.3km
- Walkability
- 9.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
South Townsville - Railway Estate Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
South Townsville - Railway Estate sits among Townsville's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 5,296 residents and a substantial renter share (44.5%), it's a well-established part of the Townsville rental market.
Around South Townsville - Railway Estate
South Townsville - Railway Estate Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
South Townsville - Railway Estate Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in South Townsville - Railway Estate
Real questions renters ask before moving to South Townsville - Railway Estate.
What's the community like in South Townsville - Railway Estate?
Locals describe South Townsville - Railway Estate as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,296, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is South Townsville - Railway Estate walkable?
South Townsville - Railway Estate carries a walkability score of 9.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is South Townsville - Railway Estate family-friendly for renters?
South Townsville - Railway Estate has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $300/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
How much does it cost to rent in South Townsville - Railway Estate?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in South Townsville - Railway Estate is $300. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $300 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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