Average rent in Sandy Bay, TAS2026

Sandy Bay sits in the Hobart local government area, 3km from the Hobart CBD, with a population of around 12,326 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $419/week — above the Tasmania state median of $293/week. 34% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$419/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
12,326

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Hobart
3 km
Households renting
34%
Separate houses
68%
Flats / apartments
17%
Born overseas
36%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Hobart

Renting in Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay is one of the more expensive parts of Tasmania to rent in — the typical renter pays $419/week, around 43% above the state median of $293/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 62% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (68%) 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 3km from Hobart, with a population of around 12,326 and a median age of 39. 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 Sandy Bay?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Sandy Bay, TAS was $419. 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 Sandy Bay rent compare to Tasmania?+
The Tasmania state median weekly rent was $293 at the 2021 Census, while Sandy Bay came in at $419 — 43% above. Sandy Bay sits 3km from Hobart, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 68% separate houses and 17% flats).
Which suburbs near Sandy Bay have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Sandy Bay's $419/week (ABS 2021): Hobart, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay, Cambridge. On the higher end, you've got Howrah - Tranmere, Taroona - Bonnet Hill. 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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