Paralowie, SA 5153
A well-connected Adelaide pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $300/wk Median
- 24.5% Renters
Paralowie Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.8k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 18.7km
- Walkability
- 8.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Paralowie Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
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.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Paralowie for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 24.5% of the suburb's 17,816 residents rent.
Around Paralowie
Paralowie Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Paralowie Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Paralowie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Paralowie
Real questions renters ask before moving to Paralowie.
How much does it cost to rent in Paralowie?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Paralowie 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.
How far is Paralowie from the Adelaide CBD?
Paralowie is approximately 19km from the Adelaide CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 29-44 minutes.
What's the community like in Paralowie?
Locals describe Paralowie as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 17,816, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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