Prospect, SA 5172
Inner-Adelaide convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $350/wk Median
- 34.0% Renters
Prospect Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.8k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 5km
- Walkability
- 9.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Prospect Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Prospect is one of Adelaide's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 15,785 residents, a solid minority 34.0% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $350 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Prospect
Prospect Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Prospect Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Prospect
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Prospect
Real questions renters ask before moving to Prospect.
How much does it cost to rent in Prospect?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Prospect 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 Prospect walkable?
Prospect carries a walkability score of 9.5/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Prospect a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Prospect has a 34.0% 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.
How far is Prospect from the Adelaide CBD?
Prospect is approximately 5km from the Adelaide CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 15-30 minutes.
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