Golden Beach - Pelican Waters, QLD 4966
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $440/wk Median
- 21.6% Renters
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13k
- Median age
- 55
- Median weekly rent
- $440
- To the CBD
- 21.7km
- Walkability
- 7
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters 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 13,035 residents and a solid minority renter share (21.6%), it's a well-established part of the Sunshine Coast rental market.
Around Golden Beach - Pelican Waters
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Golden Beach - Pelican Waters
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Golden Beach - Pelican Waters
Real questions renters ask before moving to Golden Beach - Pelican Waters.
Is Golden Beach - Pelican Waters family-friendly for renters?
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $440/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sunshine Coast.
Is Golden Beach - Pelican Waters walkable?
Golden Beach - Pelican Waters carries a walkability score of 7.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Golden Beach - Pelican Waters?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Golden Beach - Pelican Waters is $440. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $440 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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