Queanbeyan Surrounds, NSW 2143
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $465/wk Median
- 9.8% Renters
Queanbeyan Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16.5k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $465
- To the CBD
- 241km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Queanbeyan Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Queanbeyan Surrounds is a regional New South Wales community of 16,539 residents, with 9.8% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $465 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Queanbeyan Surrounds
Queanbeyan Surrounds Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Queanbeyan Surrounds Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Queanbeyan Surrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Queanbeyan Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Queanbeyan Surrounds.
Is Queanbeyan Surrounds family-friendly for renters?
Queanbeyan Surrounds has around 9 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $465/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
How much does it cost to rent in Queanbeyan Surrounds?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Queanbeyan Surrounds is $465. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $465 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Queanbeyan Surrounds from New South Wales's capital?
Queanbeyan Surrounds is approximately 241km from New South Wales's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 251-266 minutes.
Is Queanbeyan Surrounds a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Queanbeyan Surrounds has a 9.8% 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.
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