Old Beach - Otago, TAS 7179
Regional Hobart living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Country charm
- $400/wk Median
- 11.0% Renters
Old Beach - Otago Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 13km
- Walkability
- 9
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Old Beach - Otago 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.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Old Beach - Otago offers a genuinely different pace from Hobart's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $400 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 4,989, with 11.0% renting rather than owning.
Around Old Beach - Otago
Old Beach - Otago Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Old Beach - Otago Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Old Beach - Otago
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Old Beach - Otago
Real questions renters ask before moving to Old Beach - Otago.
How far is Old Beach - Otago from the Hobart CBD?
Old Beach - Otago is approximately 13km from the Hobart CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Old Beach - Otago?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Old Beach - Otago is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Old Beach - Otago family-friendly for renters?
Old Beach - Otago has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $400/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Hobart.
Is Old Beach - Otago a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Old Beach - Otago has a 11.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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