Fannie Bay - The Gardens, NT 0885
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Coastal living
- $390/wk Median
- 51.6% Renters
Fannie Bay - The Gardens Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.6k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $390
- To the CBD
- 2.3km
- Walkability
- 9.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Fannie Bay - The Gardens Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Fannie Bay - The Gardens sits among Darwin's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 3,602 residents and a substantial renter share (51.6%), it's a well-established part of the Darwin rental market.
Around Fannie Bay - The Gardens
Fannie Bay - The Gardens Point
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Fannie Bay - The Gardens Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Fannie Bay - The Gardens
Real questions renters ask before moving to Fannie Bay - The Gardens.
How far is Fannie Bay - The Gardens from the Darwin CBD?
Fannie Bay - The Gardens is approximately 3km from the Darwin CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 13-28 minutes.
Is Fannie Bay - The Gardens walkable?
Fannie Bay - The Gardens carries a walkability score of 9.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
What's the community like in Fannie Bay - The Gardens?
Fannie Bay - The Gardens has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 3,602, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Fannie Bay - The Gardens a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Fannie Bay - The Gardens has a 51.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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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