Average rent in Currumbin Waters, QLD — 2026

Currumbin Waters sits in the Gold Coast local government area, 88km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 9,797 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $468/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 22% 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
9,797

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Brisbane
88 km
Households renting
22%
Separate houses
71%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
18%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Gold Coast

Renting in Currumbin Waters

Currumbin Waters is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $468/week, around 30% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 75% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (71%) 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 88km from Brisbane, with a population of around 9,797 and a median age of 42. 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 Currumbin Waters?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Currumbin Waters, QLD was $468. 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 Currumbin Waters rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Currumbin Waters came in at $468 — 30% above. Currumbin Waters sits 88km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 71% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Currumbin Waters have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Currumbin Waters's $468/week (ABS 2021): Parrearra - Warana, Paradise Point - Hollywell, Merrimac. On the higher end, you've got Arundel, Redland Bay, Miami. 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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