Average rent in North Coogee, WA2026

North Coogee sits in the Cockburn local government area, 19km from the Perth CBD, with a population of around 3,741 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $460/week — above the Western Australia state median of $337/week. 26% 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
3,741

ABS 2021

Median age
46
Distance to Perth
19 km
Households renting
26%
Separate houses
47%
Flats / apartments
42%
Born overseas
35%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Cockburn

Renting in North Coogee

North Coogee commands one of the higher rent points in Western Australia, with the typical renter paying $460/week — about 36% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (73% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (47%). The renter cohort is smaller but rent itself tends to be sticky — there's typically less turnover than in higher-density nearby suburbs. Population sits around 3,741, the median age is 46, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. North Coogee is 19km from Perth. If you're searching here, expect longer search times and tighter inspection windows than denser markets nearby.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in North Coogee?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in North Coogee, WA was $460. 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 North Coogee rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. North Coogee sat at $460 — 36% above the state average. The suburb is 19km from Perth, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (47% separate houses, 42% flats here).
Which suburbs near North Coogee have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than North Coogee's $460/week (ABS 2021) include Madeley - Darch, Landsdale, Canning Vale - West. Applecross - Ardross, Woodvale, Sorrento - Marmion 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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