Adelaide Hills, SA 5643
A well-connected Adelaide pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $300/wk Median
- 8.8% Renters
Adelaide Hills Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.1k
- Median age
- 47
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 28.8km
- Walkability
- 6.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Adelaide Hills Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
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.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Adelaide Hills for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 8.8% of the suburb's 7,051 residents rent.
Around Adelaide Hills
Adelaide Hills Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Adelaide Hills Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Adelaide Hills
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Adelaide Hills
Real questions renters ask before moving to Adelaide Hills.
How far is Adelaide Hills from the Adelaide CBD?
Adelaide Hills is approximately 30km from the Adelaide CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 40-55 minutes.
Is Adelaide Hills family-friendly for renters?
Adelaide Hills has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $300/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Adelaide.
How much does it cost to rent in Adelaide Hills?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Adelaide Hills is $300. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $300 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Adelaide Hills a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Adelaide Hills has a 8.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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