Average rent in Karana Downs, QLD — 2026

Karana Downs sits in the Brisbane local government area, 23km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 6,032 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 10% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
6,032

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Brisbane
23 km
Households renting
10%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Karana Downs

Karana Downs 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 89% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (96%) 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 23km from Brisbane, with a population of around 6,032 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 Karana Downs?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Karana Downs, QLD was $400. 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 Karana Downs rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Karana Downs came in at $400 — 11% above. Karana Downs sits 23km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 96% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Karana Downs have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Karana Downs'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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