Condon is one of the established Upper Ross suburbs, sitting between Kirwan, Rasmussen and Douglas on Townsville's western side. It was largely developed from the 1980s onwards, and today it offers streets of brick family homes, a handful of duplex and unit developments, and some newer pockets. What sets Condon apart for renters is value. Rents are generally more affordable than in neighbouring Douglas or Annandale, yet JCU is only about four kilometres away and the hospital about five. Thuringowa State High School and a campus of Shalom Christian College sit inside the suburb, and Kirwan's and Thuringowa Central's shops are a short drive away. That combination attracts a broad mix of families, students and defence members. It makes Condon a solid, steady suburb for investors who want reliable demand at an accessible entry price.
Rental snapshot
Median weekly rent for new leases in Condon.
- 3-bedroom house June 2026 · up $40 on a year earlier
- $540 per week
- 4-bedroom house June 2026 · up $40 on a year earlier
- $590 per week
- 2-bedroom unit March 2026
- $450 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.
Get an appraisal for your propertyWho rents in Condon
Condon draws tenants who want space and a sensible rent. Families are the largest group, attracted by the family-sized homes and having a state high school inside the suburb. Students and staff from JCU, about 4 km away, are the second big group, often sharing a house to keep costs down.
Defence members and their families round out the market. Lavarack Barracks is around 7 km away in a straight line, and many choose Condon for its value compared with suburbs closer to the base. Health workers from Townsville University Hospital, about 5 km away, also rent here.
Schools, shops and getting around
Thuringowa State High School is Condon’s main school, covering Years 7 to 12. Shalom Christian College runs its Condon campus for the primary years. More primary schools are close by in Kirwan, Kelso and Rasmussen, and Ryan Catholic College is just over the border in Kirwan.
Shopping is a short drive away at Willows Shopping Centre in Thuringowa Central and the smaller centres in Kirwan. Jabiru Park and a scattering of neighbourhood parks serve the residential streets, and the Riverway Drive parklands along the Ross River are close by. Riverway Drive is the main route out, heading east through Douglas towards JCU, the hospital and the city.
Local considerations for landlords
Condon’s homes are mostly 30 to 40 years old, so owners should plan for the usual mid-life maintenance: air-conditioning replacements, hot water systems, roof and gutter work, and updates to tired kitchens and bathrooms. Even modest improvements can widen the pool of applicants and lift the rent.
Some low-lying streets in the Upper Ross were affected in the 2019 floods, while higher ground was not. Check the Townsville City Council flood maps for the specific address, and make sure your landlord insurance includes flood cover. For shared student households, a clear lease listing every tenant, and a detailed entry condition report, avoid problems later.
Managing a rental in Condon
Condon is minutes from our Kirwan office along Riverway Drive, so we can inspect, show and maintain properties here easily. We price homes against recent leases in Condon and neighbouring Kelso and Rasmussen, which compete for the same tenants, so your property is positioned well from the first week.
For family homes, we market to families and defence households on our database. For homes suited to sharing, we reach students and university staff before the academic year starts. Either way, we check applicants carefully and keep you informed at every step.
Condon FAQs
Is Condon a good suburb for student rentals?
Condon is about 4 km from JCU in a straight line, and its rents are generally lower than in Douglas, so it attracts students and university staff looking for value. Houses suited to sharing, with separate bedrooms and good parking, can work well.
Which schools are in Condon?
Thuringowa State High School (Years 7 to 12) and Shalom Christian College's Condon campus (Prep to Year 7) are both inside the suburb. Several primary schools are nearby in Kirwan, Kelso and Rasmussen.
What should I check before buying a rental in Condon?
Check the council's flood maps for the address, the age and condition of the air-conditioning, roof and hot water system, and how the home compares with recent leases nearby. We are happy to give a rental appraisal before you buy.
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.