Currajong is a central suburb just over four kilometres from the CBD, with Warrina Shopping Centre at its heart. It sits between Garbutt, Gulliver, Pimlico and West End, which puts the airport, RAAF Base Townsville, Castletown and the Mater hospitals all within a few minutes. Currajong's housing is a mix of older low-set and elevated homes, duplexes and unit blocks. Rents are generally more affordable than in the beachside and riverside suburbs, which makes it popular with couples, young workers and small families who want to be central without paying a premium. Marian Catholic School serves the primary years inside the suburb, and there are state schools close by in Gulliver and Garbutt. Several parks, including Curralea Parkland, give the streets some green space. For landlords, Currajong offers steady demand for practical, well-kept homes and units.
Rental snapshot
Median weekly rent for new leases in Currajong.
- 3-bedroom house March 2026 · up $80 on a year earlier
- $540 per week
- 2-bedroom unit June 2026 · up $30 on a year earlier
- $390 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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Currajong appeals to tenants who want a short trip to almost everything. Couples and singles working in the CBD, at the airport or at the Mater hospitals in Pimlico like the location and the rents. Air force members sometimes choose it for its closeness to RAAF Base Townsville, under 4 km away.
Families rent the suburb’s houses, particularly those near Marian Catholic School. The units attract younger tenants, students and workers on a budget. The mix means demand stays fairly even through the year.
Schools, shops and getting around
Marian Catholic School is inside Currajong. Currajong State School and Pimlico State High School are both nearby in Gulliver, and Garbutt State School is a short drive away.
Warrina Shopping Centre handles everyday shopping, with Castletown in Pimlico close by for more. Curralea Parkland, Cooper Park and Kevin Schreiber Rotary Park provide green space. Local buses serve the area, and the CBD, airport and hospitals are all a short drive, which is a big part of Currajong’s appeal to working tenants.
Local considerations for landlords
Currajong’s homes are generally older, so regular maintenance is important. Roofs, gutters, electrical safety switches, plumbing and hot water systems should all be on the maintenance calendar, and older homes should have roof fixings checked against current cyclone standards. Unit owners should keep an eye on the body corporate’s maintenance plans and sinking fund.
The suburb is inland, but heavy wet-season rain can affect low spots near drainage channels. Check the council’s flood maps for the address, and make sure landlord insurance covers storm, flood and loss of rent.
Managing a rental in Currajong
We price Currajong homes and units against recent comparable leases, taking condition, parking and air-conditioning into account. These details make a big difference in a suburb with a mix of older and updated properties. Clear photos and accurate descriptions help the right tenants find your property quickly.
Our Kirwan office is a short drive away, so routine inspections, repairs and viewings are easy to arrange. We’ll flag maintenance issues early and give you clear options, so you stay in control of costs.
Currajong FAQs
Is Currajong a good suburb for unit investors?
Currajong's central location, affordable rents and nearby shopping make units popular with singles, couples and workers. Returns depend heavily on body corporate levies and building condition, so compare these alongside the rent.
Which schools are close to Currajong?
Marian Catholic School is inside Currajong. Currajong State School and Pimlico State High School are nearby in Gulliver, and Garbutt State School is just to the west.
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.