Gowrie (ACT), ACT 2674
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $440/wk Median
- 15.6% Renters
Gowrie (ACT) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.1k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $440
- To the CBD
- 14.7km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Gowrie (ACT) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Gowrie (ACT) for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 15.6% of the suburb's 3,140 residents rent.
Around Gowrie (ACT)
Gowrie (ACT) Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Gowrie (ACT) Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Gowrie (ACT)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Gowrie (ACT).
Is Gowrie (ACT) walkable?
Gowrie (ACT) carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Gowrie (ACT) from the Canberra CBD?
Gowrie (ACT) is approximately 15km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Gowrie (ACT) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Gowrie (ACT) 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 Gowrie (ACT) family-friendly for renters?
Gowrie (ACT) has around 2 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $440/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
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