Average rent in Peregian Springs, QLD2026

Peregian Springs sits in the Sunshine Coast local government area, 109km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 10,694 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $530/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 36% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$530/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,694

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Brisbane
109 km
Households renting
36%
Separate houses
80%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Sunshine Coast

Renting in Peregian Springs

Peregian Springs commands one of the higher rent points in Queensland, with the typical renter paying $530/week — about 48% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (60% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (80%). The renter cohort is smaller but rent itself tends to be sticky — there's typically less turnover than in higher-density nearby suburbs. Population sits around 10,694, the median age is 38, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. Peregian Springs is 109km from Brisbane. If you're searching here, expect longer search times and tighter inspection windows than denser markets nearby.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Peregian Springs?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Peregian Springs, QLD was $530. 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 Peregian Springs rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Peregian Springs came in at $530 — 48% above. Peregian Springs sits 109km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 80% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Peregian Springs have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Peregian Springs's $530/week (ABS 2021): Elanora, Bridgeman Downs, Pinjarra Hills - Pullenvale. On the higher end, you've got Carindale, Parkwood, Clear Island Waters. 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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