Average rent in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD — 2026

Upper Mount Gravatt is part of the Brisbane council area and sits 11km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 10,988 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $415/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 44% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$415/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,988

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Brisbane
11 km
Households renting
44%
Separate houses
58%
Flats / apartments
33%
Born overseas
39%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Upper Mount Gravatt

Upper Mount Gravatt is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $415/week, around 16% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 51% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (58%) 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 11km from Brisbane, with a population of around 10,988 and a median age of 33. 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 Upper Mount Gravatt?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD was $415. 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 Upper Mount Gravatt rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Upper Mount Gravatt sat at $415 — 16% above the state average. The suburb is 11km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (58% separate houses, 33% flats here).
Which suburbs near Upper Mount Gravatt have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Upper Mount Gravatt's $415/week (ABS 2021): Wynnum West - Hemmant, Stafford Heights, Riverhills. On the higher end, you've got Everton Park, Geebung, Springfield Lakes. 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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