Theodore, ACT 2605
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $430/wk Median
- 17.7% Renters
Theodore Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.8k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $430
- To the CBD
- 18.8km
- Walkability
- 7.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Theodore Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Theodore for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 17.7% of the suburb's 3,798 residents rent.
Around Theodore
Theodore Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Theodore Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Theodore
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Theodore
Real questions renters ask before moving to Theodore.
What's the community like in Theodore?
Locals describe Theodore as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 3,798, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Theodore a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Theodore has a 17.7% 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 Theodore walkable?
Theodore carries a walkability score of 7.2/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Theodore?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Theodore is $430. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $430 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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