Average rent in Red Hill (Qld), QLD — 2026

Red Hill (Qld) is part of the Brisbane council area and sits 3km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 5,975 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $430/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 46% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$430/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,975

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Brisbane
3 km
Households renting
46%
Separate houses
64%
Flats / apartments
28%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Red Hill (Qld)

Red Hill (Qld) 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 52% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (64%) 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 5,975 and a median age of 32. 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 Red Hill (Qld)?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Red Hill (Qld), 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 Red Hill (Qld) rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Red Hill (Qld) 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 (64% separate houses, 28% flats here).
Which suburbs near Red Hill (Qld) have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Red Hill (Qld)'s $430/week (ABS 2021) include Cornubia - Carbrook, Everton Park, Geebung. Manly West, Marcoola - Mudjimba, Southport - South 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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