Average rent in Flagstaff Hill, SA — 2026

Flagstaff Hill is part of the Onkaparinga council area and sits 13km out from the Adelaide CBD, with around 10,784 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $375/week, which is above the South Australia median of $283/week. About 12% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$375/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,784

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Adelaide
13 km
Households renting
12%
Separate houses
95%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
28%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Onkaparinga

Renting in Flagstaff Hill

Flagstaff Hill is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $375/week, around 33% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 87% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (95%) 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 13km from Adelaide, with a population of around 10,784 and a median age of 42. 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 Flagstaff Hill?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Flagstaff Hill, SA was $375. 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 Flagstaff Hill rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Flagstaff Hill sat at $375 — 33% above the state average. The suburb is 13km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (95% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Flagstaff Hill have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Flagstaff Hill's $375/week (ABS 2021): Unley - Parkside, Blackwood, Belair. On the higher end, you've got Hallett Cove, Walkerville, North Adelaide. 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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