Algester, QLD 4143
Close to everything Brisbane offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Urban convenience
- $395/wk Median
- 30.7% Renters
Algester Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $395
- To the CBD
- 15.9km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Algester 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.
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.
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
City Fringe
Algester is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,020 residents, a solid minority 30.7% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $395 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Algester
Algester Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Algester Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Algester
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Algester
Real questions renters ask before moving to Algester.
How much does it cost to rent in Algester?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Algester is $395. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $395 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Algester family-friendly for renters?
Algester has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $395/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
Is Algester a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Algester has a 30.7% 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.
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