Average rent in Garbutt - West End, QLD2026

Garbutt - West End is part of the Townsville council area and sits 1114km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 6,273 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $250/week, which is below the Queensland median of $359/week. About 53% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
6,273

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Brisbane
1114 km
Households renting
53%
Separate houses
54%
Flats / apartments
7%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Townsville

Renting in Garbutt - West End

Garbutt - West End runs cheaper than the Queensland median — renters typically pay $250/week, about 30% under the state baseline of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 53% of households rent, well above the state-wide norm. That combination — lower rent plus renter-heavy — usually signals a more active rental market with quicker turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point. Housing mix is 54% separate houses and 7% flats. Population is around 6,273, median age 40, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. 16% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 1114km from Brisbane. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Garbutt - West End?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Garbutt - West End, QLD was $250. 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 Garbutt - West End rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Garbutt - West End sat at $250 — 30% below the state average. The suburb is 1114km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (54% separate houses, 7% flats here).
Which suburbs near Garbutt - West End have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Garbutt - West End's $250/week (ABS 2021) include Babinda, Granville, Southern Downs - East. Maryborough (Qld), Manunda, Berserker 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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