Coombabah, QLD 4701
Where Gold Coast's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $415/wk Median
- 27.9% Renters
Coombabah Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.3k
- Median age
- 51
- Median weekly rent
- $415
- To the CBD
- 12.1km
- Walkability
- 8.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Coombabah Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
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
Coombabah 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 10,298 residents and a solid minority renter share (27.9%), it's a well-established part of the Gold Coast rental market.
Around Coombabah
Coombabah Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Coombabah Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Coombabah
Real questions renters ask before moving to Coombabah.
What's the community like in Coombabah?
Coombabah has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 10,298, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Coombabah a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Coombabah has a 27.9% 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.
How far is Coombabah from the Gold Coast CBD?
Coombabah is approximately 12km from the Gold Coast CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 22-37 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Coombabah?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Coombabah is $415. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $415 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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