Cranbrook, QLD 4387
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $293/wk Median
- 31.5% Renters
Cranbrook Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.8k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $293
- To the CBD
- 4.9km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Cranbrook 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.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Cranbrook sits among Townsville'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 5,844 residents and a solid minority renter share (31.5%), it's a well-established part of the Townsville rental market.
Around Cranbrook
Cranbrook Parade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Cranbrook Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Cranbrook
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cranbrook
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cranbrook.
Is Cranbrook a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Cranbrook has a 31.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Cranbrook family-friendly for renters?
Cranbrook has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $293/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
How much does it cost to rent in Cranbrook?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Cranbrook is $293. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $293 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Cranbrook?
Cranbrook has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 5,844, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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