Garbutt - West End, QLD 4663
Where Townsville's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $250/wk Median
- 52.6% Renters
Garbutt - West End Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.3k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 9.6km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Garbutt - West End 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.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Garbutt - West End 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 6,273 residents and a substantial renter share (52.6%), it's a well-established part of the Townsville rental market.
Around Garbutt - West End
Garbutt - West End Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Garbutt - West End Parade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Garbutt - West End
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Garbutt - West End
Real questions renters ask before moving to Garbutt - West End.
How far is Garbutt - West End from the Townsville CBD?
Garbutt - West End is approximately 5km from the Townsville CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Garbutt - West End a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Garbutt - West End has a 52.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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 Garbutt - West End family-friendly for renters?
Garbutt - West End has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $250/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
How much does it cost to rent in Garbutt - West End?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Garbutt - West End is $250. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $250 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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