Kalgoorlie, WA 6064
Regional Western Australia living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Country charm
- $300/wk Median
- 38.1% Renters
Kalgoorlie Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.2k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 549km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Kalgoorlie Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Kalgoorlie is a regional Western Australia community of 13,213 residents, with 38.1% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $300 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Western Australia's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Kalgoorlie
Kalgoorlie Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Kalgoorlie Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Kalgoorlie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kalgoorlie
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kalgoorlie.
What's the community like in Kalgoorlie?
Locals describe Kalgoorlie as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 13,213, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Kalgoorlie?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Kalgoorlie 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 Kalgoorlie a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Kalgoorlie has a 38.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Kalgoorlie walkable?
Kalgoorlie carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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