Coolangatta, QLD 4430
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $405/wk Median
- 41.2% Renters
Coolangatta Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.5k
- Median age
- 50
- Median weekly rent
- $405
- To the CBD
- 21.6km
- Walkability
- 7.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Coolangatta Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Renters drawn to Coolangatta usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 6,491 people, 41.2% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $405 that reflects its position in the Gold Coast market.
Around Coolangatta
Coolangatta Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Coolangatta Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Coolangatta
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Coolangatta
Real questions renters ask before moving to Coolangatta.
Is Coolangatta a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Coolangatta has a 41.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Coolangatta walkable?
Coolangatta carries a walkability score of 7.9/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Coolangatta?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Coolangatta is $405. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $405 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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