Johnstone, QLD 4182
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $250/wk Median
- 19.3% Renters
Johnstone Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8k
- Median age
- 47
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 75.1km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Johnstone Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Johnstone sits among Cairns's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 8,002 residents and a smaller but steady renter share (19.3%), it's a well-established part of the Cairns rental market.
Around Johnstone
Johnstone Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Johnstone Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Johnstone
Real questions renters ask before moving to Johnstone.
How much does it cost to rent in Johnstone?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Johnstone is $250. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $250 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Johnstone family-friendly for renters?
Johnstone has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $250/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Cairns.
How far is Johnstone from the Cairns CBD?
Johnstone is approximately 90km from the Cairns CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Johnstone walkable?
Johnstone carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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