Sherwood, QLD 4259
Close to everything Brisbane offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $395/wk Median
- 35.7% Renters
Sherwood Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.5k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $395
- To the CBD
- 8km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Sherwood Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Sherwood is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 6,452 residents, a substantial 35.7% 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 Sherwood
Sherwood Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Sherwood Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Sherwood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sherwood
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sherwood.
Is Sherwood family-friendly for renters?
Sherwood has around 6 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.
How much does it cost to rent in Sherwood?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Sherwood 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 Sherwood walkable?
Sherwood carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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