Bohle Plains is one of the newer growth areas on Townsville's western edge, stretching from the back of Kirwan and Condon out towards the Bohle River and the rural blocks of Alice River and Rangewood. Over the past two decades, estates such as Harris Crossing have filled much of it with modern three- and four-bedroom homes, parks and walking paths. Kalynda Shopping Centre serves the suburb, and Willows and Kirwan are a short drive away. For tenants, Bohle Plains offers a new home in a quieter setting, often on a slightly bigger block, within easy reach of the Townsville Ring Road and the northern and western suburbs. Young families, tradespeople and defence members make up much of the market. For landlords, newer homes mean lower maintenance, but competition from similar properties means pricing and presentation really matter.
Rental snapshot
Median weekly rent for new leases in Bohle Plains.
- 3-bedroom house March 2026
- $590 per week
- 4-bedroom house June 2026 · up $50 on a year earlier
- $650 per week
Source: Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA), median weekly rent for new bonds lodged. Medians move around from quarter to quarter, and a specific home can rent well above or below them.
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Bohle Plains attracts tenants who want a newer home with a bit more space. Young families are the largest group, often moving up from older suburbs. Tradespeople working in the nearby Bohle industrial area value the short trip to work and the room for a work vehicle. Defence members from both RAAF Base Townsville and Lavarack Barracks also rent here.
Tenants are generally looking for three or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, air-conditioning and a double garage, and many hope for a pool or shed. Well-presented homes with those features lease steadily, while plainer homes need sharper pricing.
Schools, shops and getting around
St Benedict’s Catholic School covers Prep to Year 6 and sits inside Bohle Plains, despite often being described as being in Shaw. Kirwan and Condon offer state primary and secondary schools, including Kirwan State High School and Thuringowa State High School, and Northern Beaches State High School is in Deeragun.
Kalynda Shopping Centre handles everyday shopping, with Willows Shopping Centre and the Kirwan centres a short drive away. The estates have plenty of parks and paths, and there is even a disc golf course. The Townsville Ring Road connects Bohle Plains to the northern suburbs, the Bruce Highway and Douglas, and most tenants drive.
Local considerations for landlords
Most Bohle Plains homes are relatively new and built to modern cyclone standards, so structural maintenance is usually low. Plan for regular servicing of air-conditioning, pools and hot water systems, and keep an eye on landscaping and drainage, which can take a few wet seasons to settle on new estates.
Land near the Bohle River and the area’s drainage corridors should be checked on the council’s flood maps. Landlord insurance should include storm, cyclone, flood and loss-of-rent cover. Homes on larger blocks on the rural fringe may also have bushfire considerations in the dry season.
Managing a rental in Bohle Plains
We price Bohle Plains homes against recent leases of comparable estate homes, taking in size, features and finish, so your property is competitive from the start. Photos and descriptions highlight what sets it apart, whether that’s a pool, a shed or an upgraded kitchen.
Bohle Plains is only a few minutes from our Kirwan office, so inspections, viewings and maintenance visits are easy to arrange. We market to families, tradespeople and defence households on our database, and check every applicant thoroughly.
Bohle Plains FAQs
Is St Benedict's Catholic School in Bohle Plains?
Yes. Although it's often associated with Shaw, St Benedict's Catholic School sits inside Bohle Plains. Other primary and secondary options are nearby in Kirwan, Condon and Deeragun.
What makes a Bohle Plains rental stand out?
With many similar estate homes, extras such as air-conditioning throughout, a pool, a shed, side access for a boat or caravan, and a well-kept low-maintenance yard make a noticeable difference.
Sources: population from the ABS 2021 Census. Distances are straight-line, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). School list from the Queensland Government schools directory. Page reviewed September 2026.