Surfers Paradise - South, QLD 4887
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $400/wk Median
- 51.2% Renters
Surfers Paradise - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.2k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 2.3km
- Walkability
- 8.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Surfers Paradise - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Surfers Paradise - South 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 14,210 residents and a substantial renter share (51.2%), it's a well-established part of the Gold Coast rental market.
Around Surfers Paradise - South
Surfers Paradise - South Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Surfers Paradise - South Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Surfers Paradise - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Surfers Paradise - South.
Is Surfers Paradise - South a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Surfers Paradise - South has a 51.2% 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.
How much does it cost to rent in Surfers Paradise - South?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Surfers Paradise - South is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Surfers Paradise - South?
Surfers Paradise - South has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 14,210, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How far is Surfers Paradise - South from the Gold Coast CBD?
Surfers Paradise - South is approximately 2km from the Gold Coast CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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