Average rent in Mount Johns, NT — 2026

Mount Johns sits in the Alice Springs local government area, 1293km from the Darwin CBD, with a population of around 4,025 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the the Northern Territory state median of $301/week. 51% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
4,025

ABS 2021

Median age
35
Distance to Darwin
1293 km
Households renting
51%
Separate houses
44%
Flats / apartments
10%
Born overseas
40%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Alice Springs

Renting in Mount Johns

Mount Johns is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 33% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 42% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (44%) 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 1293km from Darwin, with a population of around 4,025 and a median age of 35. 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 Mount Johns?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Mount Johns, NT was $400. 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 Mount Johns rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
The the Northern Territory state median weekly rent was $301 at the 2021 Census, while Mount Johns came in at $400 — 33% above. Mount Johns sits 1293km from Darwin, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 44% separate houses and 10% flats).
Which suburbs near Mount Johns have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Mount Johns's $400/week (ABS 2021): Larrakeyah, Brinkin - Nakara, Fannie Bay - The Gardens. On the higher end, you've got Wanguri, Parap, Wulagi. 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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