Brighton (Qld), QLD 4935
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $400/wk Median
- 19.8% Renters
Brighton (Qld) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.7k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 19.3km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Brighton (Qld) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Brighton (Qld) is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,664 residents, a smaller but steady 19.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $400 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Brighton (Qld)
Brighton (Qld) Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Brighton (Qld) Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Brighton (Qld)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Brighton (Qld)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Brighton (Qld).
Is Brighton (Qld) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Brighton (Qld) has a 19.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Brighton (Qld) family-friendly for renters?
Brighton (Qld) has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $400/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
How much does it cost to rent in Brighton (Qld)?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Brighton (Qld) is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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