Sandy Bay, TAS 7146
Regional Hobart living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Country charm
- $419/wk Median
- 33.8% Renters
Sandy Bay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.3k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $419
- To the CBD
- 3.7km
- Walkability
- 9.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Sandy Bay Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after room to move without leaving the Hobart region altogether, Sandy Bay is a regular first stop. It's a solidly-sized community of 12,326, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Sandy Bay Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Sandy Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sandy Bay
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sandy Bay.
Is Sandy Bay a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Sandy Bay has a 33.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
What's the community like in Sandy Bay?
Locals describe Sandy Bay as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 12,326, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Sandy Bay?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Sandy Bay is $419. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $419 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Sandy Bay family-friendly for renters?
Sandy Bay has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $419/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Hobart.
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