Shoalwater Bay, QLD 4957
Room to breathe, on Queensland's regional rental market.
- Country charm
- $0/wk Median
- 0.0% Renters
Shoalwater Bay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 22
- Median age
- 70
- Median weekly rent
- $0
- To the CBD
- 600km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Shoalwater Bay Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
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
Country Lifestyle
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Shoalwater Bay is a regular choice in regional Queensland. It's a small and quiet community of 22 people, 0.0% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $0.
Around Shoalwater Bay
Shoalwater Bay Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Shoalwater Bay Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Shoalwater Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Shoalwater Bay
Real questions renters ask before moving to Shoalwater Bay.
How far is Shoalwater Bay from Queensland's capital?
Shoalwater Bay is approximately 600km from Queensland's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 610-625 minutes.
Is Shoalwater Bay family-friendly for renters?
Shoalwater Bay has around 2 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $0/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional QLD.
Is Shoalwater Bay a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Shoalwater Bay has a 0.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Shoalwater Bay walkable?
Shoalwater Bay carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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