Smithton, TAS 7562
Room to breathe, on Tasmania's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $222/wk Median
- 27.0% Renters
Smithton Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.9k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $222
- To the CBD
- 290km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Smithton Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Smithton is a regional Tasmania community of 3,934 residents, with 27.0% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $222 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Tasmania's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Smithton
Smithton Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Smithton Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Smithton
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Smithton
Real questions renters ask before moving to Smithton.
Is Smithton walkable?
Smithton carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
What's the community like in Smithton?
Locals describe Smithton as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 3,934, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Smithton?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Smithton is $222. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $222 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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