Coolum Beach, QLD 4851
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $450/wk Median
- 28.3% Renters
Coolum Beach Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.9k
- Median age
- 44
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 12.3km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Coolum Beach Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Coolum Beach sits among Sunshine 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 15,948 residents and a solid minority renter share (28.3%), it's a well-established part of the Sunshine Coast rental market.
Around Coolum Beach
Coolum Beach Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Coolum Beach Parade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Coolum Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Coolum Beach
Real questions renters ask before moving to Coolum Beach.
How much does it cost to rent in Coolum Beach?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Coolum Beach is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Coolum Beach from the Sunshine Coast CBD?
Coolum Beach is approximately 13km from the Sunshine Coast CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Coolum Beach a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Coolum Beach has a 28.3% 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.
Is Coolum Beach walkable?
Coolum Beach carries a walkability score of 7.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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