Average rent in Underwood, QLD — 2026

Underwood sits in the Logan local government area, 17km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 6,809 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 27% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
6,809

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Brisbane
17 km
Households renting
27%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
45%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Logan

Renting in Underwood

Underwood is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 11% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 71% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (84%) 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 17km from Brisbane, with a population of around 6,809 and a median age of 34. 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 Underwood?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Underwood, QLD was $400. 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 Underwood rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Underwood sat at $400 — 11% above the state average. The suburb is 17km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (84% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Underwood have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Underwood's $400/week (ABS 2021): Glass House Mountains, Sherwood, Alderley. On the higher end, you've got Scarborough - Newport, Coolangatta, Oxley (Qld). 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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