Average rent in Hawthorne, QLD — 2026

Hawthorne sits in the Brisbane local government area, 3km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,133 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $430/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 37% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$430/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,133

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Brisbane
3 km
Households renting
37%
Separate houses
63%
Flats / apartments
25%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Hawthorne

Hawthorne is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $430/week, around 20% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 62% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (63%) 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 3km from Brisbane, with a population of around 5,133 and a median age of 37. 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 Hawthorne?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Hawthorne, QLD was $430. 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 Hawthorne rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Hawthorne sat at $430 — 20% above the state average. The suburb is 3km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (63% separate houses, 25% flats here).
Which suburbs near Hawthorne have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Hawthorne's $430/week (ABS 2021): Cornubia - Carbrook, Everton Park, Geebung. On the higher end, you've got Manly West, Marcoola - Mudjimba, Southport - South. 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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