Southern Moreton Bay Islands, QLD 4615
Close to everything Brisbane offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $260/wk Median
- 22.9% Renters
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.5k
- Median age
- 61
- Median weekly rent
- $260
- To the CBD
- 40.6km
- Walkability
- 5.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Southern Moreton Bay Islands for the balance it strikes — close enough to Brisbane's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 22.9% of the suburb's 8,481 residents rent.
Around Southern Moreton Bay Islands
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Southern Moreton Bay Islands
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Southern Moreton Bay Islands
Real questions renters ask before moving to Southern Moreton Bay Islands.
How far is Southern Moreton Bay Islands from the Brisbane CBD?
Southern Moreton Bay Islands is approximately 42km from the Brisbane CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 52-67 minutes.
Is Southern Moreton Bay Islands a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Southern Moreton Bay Islands has a 22.9% 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.
Is Southern Moreton Bay Islands walkable?
Southern Moreton Bay Islands carries a walkability score of 5.1/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Southern Moreton Bay Islands family-friendly for renters?
Southern Moreton Bay Islands has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $260/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
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