Average rent in Helena Valley - Koongamia, WA2026

Helena Valley - Koongamia sits in the Mundaring local government area, 18km from the Perth CBD, with a population of around 5,780 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $315/week — below the Western Australia state median of $337/week. 15% 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
5,780

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Perth
18 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Mundaring

Renting in Helena Valley - Koongamia

Helena Valley - Koongamia runs roughly with the Western Australia state median — renters typically pay $315/week, close to the $337/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (82% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 15% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (94%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 41 and a population around 5,780. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 22% of residents were born overseas. Helena Valley - Koongamia is 18km from Perth, 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 Helena Valley - Koongamia?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Helena Valley - Koongamia, WA was $315. 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 Helena Valley - Koongamia rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. Helena Valley - Koongamia sat at $315 — 7% below the state average. The suburb is 18km from Perth, 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 Helena Valley - Koongamia have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Helena Valley - Koongamia's $315/week (ABS 2021) include Coolbellup, Stirling - Osborne Park, Geraldton - North. Middle Swan - Herne Hill, Chittering, Karratha 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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