Average rent in Carina Heights, QLD2026

Carina Heights sits in the Brisbane local government area, 8km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 6,884 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 41% 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
6,884

ABS 2021

Median age
36
Distance to Brisbane
8 km
Households renting
41%
Separate houses
54%
Flats / apartments
6%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Carina Heights

Carina Heights is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 11% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 57% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (54%) 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 8km from Brisbane, with a population of around 6,884 and a median age of 36. 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 Carina Heights?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Carina Heights, QLD 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 Carina Heights rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Carina Heights sat at $400 — 11% above the state average. The suburb is 8km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (54% separate houses, 6% flats here).
Which suburbs near Carina Heights have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Carina Heights's $400/week (ABS 2021) include Glass House Mountains, Sherwood, Alderley. Scarborough - Newport, Coolangatta, Oxley (Qld) 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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