Average rent in Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North), QLD2026

Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North) is part of the Sunshine Coast council area and sits 79km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 14,397 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $460/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 27% 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
14,397

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Brisbane
79 km
Households renting
27%
Separate houses
79%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Sunshine Coast

Renting in Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North)

Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North) is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $460/week, around 28% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 66% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (79%) 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 79km from Brisbane, with a population of around 14,397 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 Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North)?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North), QLD was $460. 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 Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North) rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North) sat at $460 — 28% above the state average. The suburb is 79km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (79% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North) have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Meridan Plains - Little Mountain (North)'s $460/week (ABS 2021) include Munruben - Park Ridge South, Reedy Creek - Andrews, The Hills District. Paradise Point - Hollywell, Parrearra - Warana, Merrimac 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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