Average rent in Zillmere, QLD2026

Zillmere sits in the Brisbane local government area, 12km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 9,323 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 53% 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
9,323

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Brisbane
12 km
Households renting
53%
Separate houses
55%
Flats / apartments
29%
Born overseas
29%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Zillmere

Zillmere runs close to the Queensland median rent of $359/week, with renters paying around $350/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Zillmere from the state norm is its renter density — 53% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 55% separate houses and 29% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 9,323, the median age is 34, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 29% of residents were born overseas. At 12km from Brisbane, Zillmere typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Zillmere?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Zillmere, QLD was $350. 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 Zillmere rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Zillmere came in at $350 — 3% below. Zillmere sits 12km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 55% separate houses and 29% flats).
Which suburbs near Zillmere have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Zillmere's $350/week (ABS 2021): Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. On the higher end, you've got Morayfield - East, Bethania - Waterford, Enoggera. 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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