Average rent in Auchenflower, QLD2026

Auchenflower sits in the Brisbane local government area, 3km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,670 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $390/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 47% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,670

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Brisbane
3 km
Households renting
47%
Separate houses
38%
Flats / apartments
60%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Auchenflower

Auchenflower runs close to the Queensland median rent of $359/week, with renters paying around $390/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Auchenflower from the state norm is its renter density — 47% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 38% separate houses and 60% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 5,670, the median age is 32, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 26% of residents were born overseas. At 3km from Brisbane, Auchenflower typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Auchenflower?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Auchenflower, QLD 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 Auchenflower rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Auchenflower came in at $390 — 9% above. Auchenflower sits 3km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 38% separate houses and 60% flats).
Which suburbs near Auchenflower have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Auchenflower's $390/week (ABS 2021) include Springfield, Corinda, Salisbury - Nathan. Alderley, Sherwood, Holland Park 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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