Average rent in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay, TAS2026

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay sits in the Kingborough local government area, 15km from the Hobart CBD, with a population of around 11,051 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Tasmania state median of $293/week. 21% 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
11,051

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Hobart
15 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
91%
Flats / apartments
4%
Born overseas
21%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Kingborough

Renting in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay is one of the more expensive parts of Tasmania to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 37% above the state median of $293/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 78% 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 Hobart, with a population of around 11,051 and a median age of 43. 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 Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay, 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 Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay rent compare to Tasmania?+
The Tasmania state median weekly rent was $293 at the 2021 Census, while Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay came in at $400 — 37% above. Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay sits 15km from Hobart, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 91% separate houses and 4% flats).
Which suburbs near Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's $400/week (ABS 2021) include Kingston - Huntingfield, South Hobart - Fern Tree, Geilston Bay - Risdon. Hobart, Sandy Bay, Howrah - Tranmere 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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