Aurukun, QLD 4629
Room to breathe, on Queensland's regional rental market.
- Country charm
- $125/wk Median
- 92.4% Renters
Aurukun Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 1.1k
- Median age
- 29
- Median weekly rent
- $125
- To the CBD
- 1934km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Aurukun 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.
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.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Aurukun is a regional Queensland community of 1,101 residents, with 92.4% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $125 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Queensland's capital. It's the kind of small and quiet town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Aurukun
Aurukun Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Aurukun Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Aurukun
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Aurukun
Real questions renters ask before moving to Aurukun.
Is Aurukun a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Aurukun has a 92.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Aurukun family-friendly for renters?
Aurukun has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $125/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional QLD.
Is Aurukun walkable?
Aurukun carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How much does it cost to rent in Aurukun?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Aurukun is $125. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $125 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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