Tenterfield, NSW 2534
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $240/wk Median
- 18.2% Renters
Tenterfield Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.8k
- Median age
- 55
- Median weekly rent
- $240
- To the CBD
- 569km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Tenterfield Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Tenterfield is a regional New South Wales community of 6,810 residents, with 18.2% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $240 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Tenterfield
Tenterfield Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Tenterfield Railway Precinct
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Tenterfield
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Tenterfield
Real questions renters ask before moving to Tenterfield.
Is Tenterfield a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Tenterfield has a 18.2% 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 Tenterfield family-friendly for renters?
Tenterfield has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $240/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
Is Tenterfield walkable?
Tenterfield carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How much does it cost to rent in Tenterfield?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Tenterfield is $240. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $240 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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