Average rent in North Lakes, QLD — 2026

North Lakes sits in the Moreton Bay local government area, 27km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 23,030 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $420/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 37% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$420/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
23,030

ABS 2021

Median age
35
Distance to Brisbane
27 km
Households renting
37%
Separate houses
85%
Flats / apartments
3%
Born overseas
35%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Moreton Bay

Renting in North Lakes

North Lakes is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $420/week, around 17% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 59% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (85%) 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 27km from Brisbane, with a population of around 23,030 and a median age of 35. 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 North Lakes?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in North Lakes, QLD was $420. 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 North Lakes rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while North Lakes came in at $420 — 17% above. North Lakes sits 27km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 85% separate houses and 3% flats).
Which suburbs near North Lakes have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than North Lakes's $420/week (ABS 2021) include Upper Mount Gravatt, Narangba, Noosa Hinterland. Cornubia - Carbrook, Macgregor (Qld), Hawthorne 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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