Newmarket, QLD 4297
Close to everything Brisbane offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Urban convenience
- $383/wk Median
- 45.1% Renters
Newmarket Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.1k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $383
- To the CBD
- 4.2km
- Walkability
- 9.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Newmarket 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.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Newmarket is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 5,083 residents, a substantial 45.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $383 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Newmarket
Newmarket Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Newmarket Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Newmarket
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Newmarket
Real questions renters ask before moving to Newmarket.
How much does it cost to rent in Newmarket?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Newmarket is $383. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $383 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Newmarket family-friendly for renters?
Newmarket has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $383/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
What's the community like in Newmarket?
Locals describe Newmarket as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,083, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Newmarket walkable?
Newmarket carries a walkability score of 9.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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