Cooloola, QLD 4872
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $280/wk Median
- 21.7% Renters
Cooloola Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.6k
- Median age
- 62
- Median weekly rent
- $280
- To the CBD
- 73.4km
- Walkability
- 1.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Cooloola Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Cooloola sits among Wide Bay'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 6,568 residents and a solid minority renter share (21.7%), it's a well-established part of the Wide Bay rental market.
Around Cooloola
Cooloola Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Cooloola Point
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Cooloola
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cooloola
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cooloola.
Is Cooloola walkable?
Cooloola carries a walkability score of 1.3/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How much does it cost to rent in Cooloola?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Cooloola is $280. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $280 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Cooloola family-friendly for renters?
Cooloola has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $280/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Wide Bay.
Is Cooloola a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Cooloola has a 21.7% 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.
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