Red Hill (ACT), ACT 2741
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $500/wk Median
- 21.8% Renters
Red Hill (ACT) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.1k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $500
- To the CBD
- 5.9km
- Walkability
- 9.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Red Hill (ACT) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Red Hill (ACT) is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 3,146 residents, a solid minority 21.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $500 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Red Hill (ACT)
Red Hill (ACT) Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Red Hill (ACT) Village
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 Red Hill (ACT)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Red Hill (ACT).
Is Red Hill (ACT) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Red Hill (ACT) has a 21.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Red Hill (ACT) from the Canberra CBD?
Red Hill (ACT) is approximately 6km from the Canberra CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 16-31 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Red Hill (ACT)?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Red Hill (ACT) is $500. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $500 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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