Average rent in West Moonah, TAS — 2026

West Moonah is part of the Glenorchy council area and sits 5km out from the Hobart CBD, with around 4,398 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $340/week, which is above the Tasmania median of $293/week. About 41% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$340/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
4,398

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Hobart
5 km
Households renting
41%
Separate houses
80%
Flats / apartments
12%
Born overseas
31%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Glenorchy

Renting in West Moonah

West Moonah is one of the more expensive parts of Tasmania to rent in — the typical renter pays $340/week, around 16% above the state median of $293/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 57% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (80%) 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 5km from Hobart, with a population of around 4,398 and a median age of 34. 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 West Moonah?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in West Moonah, TAS was $340. 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 West Moonah rent compare to Tasmania?+
At the 2021 Census, Tasmania's state median rent was $293 a week. West Moonah sat at $340 — 16% above the state average. The suburb is 5km from Hobart, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (80% separate houses, 12% flats here).
Which suburbs near West Moonah have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than West Moonah's $340/week (ABS 2021): Moonah, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham, Rokeby. On the higher end, you've got Brighton - Pontville, Austins Ferry - Granton, Montrose - Rosetta. 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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