Port Douglas, QLD 4128
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $350/wk Median
- 36.2% Renters
Port Douglas Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.6k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 56.8km
- Walkability
- 5.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Port Douglas Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Renters drawn to Port Douglas usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 5,582 people, 36.2% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $350 that reflects its position in the Cairns market.
Around Port Douglas
Port Douglas Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Port Douglas Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Port Douglas
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Port Douglas
Real questions renters ask before moving to Port Douglas.
Is Port Douglas walkable?
Port Douglas carries a walkability score of 5.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Port Douglas?
Locals describe Port Douglas as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,582, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Port Douglas family-friendly for renters?
Port Douglas has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Cairns.
How much does it cost to rent in Port Douglas?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Port Douglas is $350. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $350 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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