Average rent in Huntingdale - Southern River, WA — 2026

Huntingdale - Southern River sits in the Gosnells local government area, 19km from the Perth CBD, with a population of around 21,869 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $380/week — above the Western Australia state median of $337/week. 18% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$380/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
21,869

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Perth
19 km
Households renting
18%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
42%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Gosnells

Renting in Huntingdale - Southern River

Huntingdale - Southern River is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $380/week, around 13% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 80% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (98%) 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 19km from Perth, with a population of around 21,869 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 Huntingdale - Southern River?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Huntingdale - Southern River, WA was $380. 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 Huntingdale - Southern River rent compare to Western Australia?+
The Western Australia state median weekly rent was $337 at the 2021 Census, while Huntingdale - Southern River came in at $380 — 13% above. Huntingdale - Southern River sits 19km from Perth, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 98% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Huntingdale - Southern River have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Huntingdale - Southern River's $380/week (ABS 2021): South Perth - Kensington, Mundijong, Kalamunda - Maida Vale - Gooseberry Hill. On the higher end, you've got O'Connor (WA), Beeliar - Wattleup, Fremantle. 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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