Mount Sheridan, QLD 4154
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $390/wk Median
- 26.3% Renters
Mount Sheridan Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.7k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $390
- To the CBD
- 7.8km
- Walkability
- 7.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Mount Sheridan Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Mount Sheridan usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 8,678 people, 26.3% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $390 that reflects its position in the Cairns market.
Around Mount Sheridan
Mount Sheridan Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Mount Sheridan Parade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Mount Sheridan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Mount Sheridan
Real questions renters ask before moving to Mount Sheridan.
How much does it cost to rent in Mount Sheridan?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Mount Sheridan is $390. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $390 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Mount Sheridan a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Mount Sheridan has a 26.3% 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 Mount Sheridan family-friendly for renters?
Mount Sheridan has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $390/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Cairns.
How far is Mount Sheridan from the Cairns CBD?
Mount Sheridan is approximately 9km from the Cairns CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 19-34 minutes.
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