Average rent in Edwardstown, SA2026

Edwardstown sits in the Marion local government area, 6km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 14,563 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $310/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 38% 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
14,563

ABS 2021

Median age
36
Distance to Adelaide
6 km
Households renting
38%
Separate houses
56%
Flats / apartments
24%
Born overseas
32%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Marion

Renting in Edwardstown

Edwardstown runs roughly with the South Australia state median — renters typically pay $310/week, close to the $283/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (58% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 38% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (56%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 36 and a population around 14,563. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 32% of residents were born overseas. Edwardstown is 6km from Adelaide, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Edwardstown?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Edwardstown, SA was $310. 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 Edwardstown rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Edwardstown sat at $310 — 10% above the state average. The suburb is 6km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (56% separate houses, 24% flats here).
Which suburbs near Edwardstown have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Edwardstown's $310/week (ABS 2021) include Mount Barker Surrounds, Lyndoch, Adelaide Hills. Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, Fulham, Hope Valley - Modbury 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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