Average rent in Fannie Bay - The Gardens, NT2026

Fannie Bay - The Gardens is part of the Darwin council area and sits 3km out from the Darwin CBD, with around 3,602 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $390/week, which is above the the Northern Territory median of $301/week. About 52% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$390/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
3,602

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Darwin
3 km
Households renting
52%
Separate houses
28%
Flats / apartments
19%
Born overseas
28%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Darwin

Renting in Fannie Bay - The Gardens

Fannie Bay - The Gardens is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $390/week, around 30% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 43% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (28%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 3km from Darwin, with a population of around 3,602 and a median age of 38. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Fannie Bay - The Gardens?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Fannie Bay - The Gardens, NT was $390. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Fannie Bay - The Gardens rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Fannie Bay - The Gardens sat at $390 — 30% above the state average. The suburb is 3km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (28% separate houses, 19% flats here).
Which suburbs near Fannie Bay - The Gardens have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Fannie Bay - The Gardens's $390/week (ABS 2021) include Bakewell, Tiwi, Virginia. Brinkin - Nakara, Larrakeyah, Mount Johns sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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