Average rent in Redland Bay, QLD2026

Redland Bay sits in the Redland local government area, 32km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 17,765 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $470/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 23% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
17,765

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Brisbane
32 km
Households renting
23%
Separate houses
95%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Redland

Renting in Redland Bay

Redland Bay commands one of the higher rent points in Queensland, with the typical renter paying $470/week — about 31% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (75% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (95%). 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 17,765, the median age is 39, and the most common occupation category is Technicians and Trades Workers. Redland Bay is 32km 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 Redland Bay?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Redland Bay, QLD was $470. 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 Redland Bay rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Redland Bay came in at $470 — 31% above. Redland Bay sits 32km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 95% separate houses and 2% flats).
Which suburbs near Redland Bay have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Redland Bay's $470/week (ABS 2021): Currumbin Waters, Parrearra - Warana, Paradise Point - Hollywell. On the higher end, you've got Sheldon - Mount Cotton, Burleigh Heads, Noosaville. 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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