Carrara, QLD 4459
A coastal pocket of Gold Coast where the weekend starts with a swim.
- Beach & coast
- $450/wk Median
- 27.6% Renters
Carrara Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.1k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 3.3km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Carrara Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
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
Coastal Lifestyle
Carrara sits among Gold Coast'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 13,147 residents and a solid minority renter share (27.6%), it's a well-established part of the Gold Coast rental market.
Around Carrara
Carrara Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Carrara Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Carrara
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Carrara
Real questions renters ask before moving to Carrara.
How much does it cost to rent in Carrara?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Carrara is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Carrara a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Carrara has a 27.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Carrara family-friendly for renters?
Carrara has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $450/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Gold Coast.
Is Carrara walkable?
Carrara carries a walkability score of 9.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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