Toowong, QLD 4657
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $420/wk Median
- 54.4% Renters
Toowong Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.4k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $420
- To the CBD
- 4.2km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Toowong Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Toowong is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,428 residents, a substantial 54.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $420 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Toowong
Toowong Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Toowong Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Toowong
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Toowong
Real questions renters ask before moving to Toowong.
Is Toowong family-friendly for renters?
Toowong has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $420/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
How far is Toowong from the Brisbane CBD?
Toowong is approximately 4km from the Brisbane CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 14-29 minutes.
What's the community like in Toowong?
Toowong has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,428, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Toowong?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Toowong is $420. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $420 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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