Average rent in Modbury Heights, SA2026

Modbury Heights sits in the Tea Tree Gully local government area, 15km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 19,248 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $330/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 18% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$330/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19,248

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Adelaide
15 km
Households renting
18%
Separate houses
91%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
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Tea Tree Gully

Renting in Modbury Heights

Modbury Heights is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $330/week, around 17% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 80% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (91%) 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 15km from Adelaide, with a population of around 19,248 and a median age of 41. 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 Modbury Heights?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Modbury Heights, SA was $330. 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 Modbury Heights rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Modbury Heights sat at $330 — 17% above the state average. The suburb is 15km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (91% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Modbury Heights have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Modbury Heights's $330/week (ABS 2021) include Richmond (SA), Reynella, Aldinga. Paradise - Newton, Toorak Gardens, Flinders Park 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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