Port Adelaide, SA 5064
Inner-Adelaide convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $275/wk Median
- 34.7% Renters
Port Adelaide Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.6k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $275
- To the CBD
- 12.1km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Port Adelaide Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Port Adelaide is one of Adelaide's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 11,589 residents, a solid minority 34.7% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $275 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Port Adelaide
Port Adelaide Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Port Adelaide Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Port Adelaide
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Port Adelaide
Real questions renters ask before moving to Port Adelaide.
What's the community like in Port Adelaide?
Port Adelaide has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 11,589, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How far is Port Adelaide from the Adelaide CBD?
Port Adelaide is approximately 12km from the Adelaide CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Port Adelaide walkable?
Port Adelaide carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Port Adelaide a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Port Adelaide has a 34.7% 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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