South Hobart - Fern Tree, TAS 7508
Regional Hobart living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Regional lifestyle
- $380/wk Median
- 28.2% Renters
South Hobart - Fern Tree Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.7k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $380
- To the CBD
- 5.3km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
South Hobart - Fern Tree Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after room to move without leaving the Hobart region altogether, South Hobart - Fern Tree is a regular first stop. It's a close-knit community of 6,727, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around South Hobart - Fern Tree
South Hobart - Fern Tree Railway Precinct
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
South Hobart - Fern Tree Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in South Hobart - Fern Tree
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in South Hobart - Fern Tree
Real questions renters ask before moving to South Hobart - Fern Tree.
What's the community like in South Hobart - Fern Tree?
Locals describe South Hobart - Fern Tree as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 6,727, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in South Hobart - Fern Tree?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in South Hobart - Fern Tree is $380. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $380 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is South Hobart - Fern Tree walkable?
South Hobart - Fern Tree carries a walkability score of 8.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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