Average rent in Strathalbyn, SA2026

Strathalbyn is part of the Alexandrina council area and sits 41km out from the Adelaide CBD, with around 7,871 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $300/week, which is above the South Australia median of $283/week. About 19% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
7,871

ABS 2021

Median age
47
Distance to Adelaide
41 km
Households renting
19%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
12%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Alexandrina

Renting in Strathalbyn

Strathalbyn runs roughly with the South Australia state median — renters typically pay $300/week, close to the $283/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (78% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 19% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (94%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 47 and a population around 7,871. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 12% of residents were born overseas. Strathalbyn is 41km 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 Strathalbyn?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Strathalbyn, SA was $300. 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 Strathalbyn rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Strathalbyn sat at $300 — 6% above the state average. The suburb is 41km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (94% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Strathalbyn have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Strathalbyn's $300/week (ABS 2021) include Salisbury East, Morphett Vale - West, Nuriootpa. Mount Barker Surrounds, Edwardstown, Mitchell 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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