Cannon Hill, QLD 4599
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $450/wk Median
- 39.1% Renters
Cannon Hill Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.9k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 6.2km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Cannon Hill Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Cannon Hill is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 6,930 residents, a substantial 39.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $450 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Cannon Hill
Cannon Hill Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Cannon Hill Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Cannon Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cannon Hill
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cannon Hill.
Is Cannon Hill family-friendly for renters?
Cannon Hill has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $450/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 Cannon Hill?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Cannon Hill is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Cannon Hill a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Cannon Hill has a 39.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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