Aranda, ACT 2819
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $530/wk Median
- 15.6% Renters
Aranda Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.6k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $530
- To the CBD
- 5.2km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Aranda Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Aranda is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 2,605 residents, a smaller but steady 15.6% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $530 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Aranda
Aranda Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Aranda Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Aranda
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Aranda
Real questions renters ask before moving to Aranda.
Is Aranda a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Aranda has a 15.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Aranda walkable?
Aranda carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Aranda?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Aranda is $530. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $530 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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