Average rent in Kenny, ACT2026

Kenny is part of the Unincorporated ACT council area and sits 8km out from the Canberra CBD, with around 19 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $227/week, which is below the the ACT median of $446/week. About 100% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$227/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19

ABS 2021

Median age
17
Distance to Canberra
8 km
Households renting
100%
Separate houses
0%
Flats / apartments
0%
Top occupation
Sales Workers
LGA
Unincorporated ACT

Renting in Kenny

Kenny runs cheaper than the the ACT median — renters typically pay $227/week, about 49% under the state baseline of $446/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 100% of households rent, well above the state-wide norm. That combination — lower rent plus renter-heavy — usually signals a more active rental market with quicker turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point. Housing mix is 0% separate houses and 0% flats. Population is around 19, median age 17, and the most common occupation category is Sales Workers. % of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 8km from Canberra. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Kenny?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Kenny, ACT was $227. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Kenny rent compare to the ACT?+
At the 2021 Census, the ACT's state median rent was $446 a week. Kenny sat at $227 — 49% below the state average. The suburb is 8km from Canberra, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (0% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Kenny have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Kenny's $227/week (ABS 2021): Parkes (ACT) - South, West Belconnen, Hume. On the higher end, you've got Scrivener, Canberra East, Duntroon. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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