Average rent in Cambridge, TAS2026

Cambridge sits in the Clarence local government area, 12km from the Hobart CBD, with a population of around 8,573 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Tasmania state median of $293/week. 8% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,573

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Hobart
12 km
Households renting
8%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
11%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Clarence

Renting in Cambridge

Cambridge commands one of the higher rent points in Tasmania, with the typical renter paying $400/week — about 37% above the state median of $293/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (89% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (96%). The renter cohort is smaller but rent itself tends to be sticky — there's typically less turnover than in higher-density nearby suburbs. Population sits around 8,573, the median age is 43, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. Cambridge is 12km from Hobart. If you're searching here, expect longer search times and tighter inspection windows than denser markets nearby.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Cambridge?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Cambridge, TAS was $400. 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 Cambridge rent compare to Tasmania?+
The Tasmania state median weekly rent was $293 at the 2021 Census, while Cambridge came in at $400 — 37% above. Cambridge sits 12km from Hobart, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 96% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Cambridge have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Cambridge's $400/week (ABS 2021): Kingston - Huntingfield, South Hobart - Fern Tree, Geilston Bay - Risdon. On the higher end, you've got Hobart, Sandy Bay, Howrah - Tranmere. 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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