Brinsmead, QLD 4820
Where Cairns's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $450/wk Median
- 20.1% Renters
Brinsmead Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.5k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 17.5km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Brinsmead Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Brinsmead usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 5,537 people, 20.1% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $450 that reflects its position in the Cairns market.
Around Brinsmead
Brinsmead Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Brinsmead Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Brinsmead
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Brinsmead
Real questions renters ask before moving to Brinsmead.
Is Brinsmead family-friendly for renters?
Brinsmead has around 6 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 above the city average compared to the rest of Cairns.
Is Brinsmead walkable?
Brinsmead carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Brinsmead a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Brinsmead has a 20.1% 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.
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