Christie Downs, SA 5606
A well-connected Adelaide pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $250/wk Median
- 40.4% Renters
Christie Downs Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.5k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 25.6km
- Walkability
- 7.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Christie Downs Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Christie Downs for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 40.4% of the suburb's 9,475 residents rent.
Around Christie Downs
Christie Downs Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Christie Downs Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Christie Downs
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Christie Downs
Real questions renters ask before moving to Christie Downs.
Is Christie Downs a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Christie Downs has a 40.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
What's the community like in Christie Downs?
Christie Downs has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 9,475, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Christie Downs family-friendly for renters?
Christie Downs has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $250/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Adelaide.
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