Mount Low is a family suburb in Townsville's northern corridor, between Bushland Beach, Burdell and Deeragun. Much of it has been developed over the past few decades, and its streets are lined with modern three- and four-bedroom homes, many with pools, double garages and room for a boat. There are no schools or major shops inside the suburb itself. Instead, Mount Low's appeal is its position, with the beach at Bushland Beach a few minutes one way and the schools and shops of Burdell and Deeragun a few minutes the other. The Bruce Highway is close by for the drive to the city. Its modern housing keeps rents firm. For landlords, that means strong family demand, with competition from similar homes nearby.
Rental snapshot
Median weekly rent for new leases in Mount Low.
- 3-bedroom house June 2026 · up $90 on a year earlier
- $610 per week
- 4-bedroom house June 2026 · up $50 on a year earlier
- $630 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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Mount Low’s tenants are mostly young families who want a modern home with room to grow. Many are drawn by the combination of new housing, the beach nearby and the schools a short drive away. Defence members, particularly air force families with RAAF Base Townsville about 10 km away, and tradespeople working in the northern industrial areas make up much of the rest.
Tenants expect contemporary finishes, air-conditioning and a low-maintenance yard. A pool is often high on the wish list in Mount Low, and side access for a boat or caravan appeals to the many tenants who fish or camp.
Schools, shops and getting around
There are no schools inside Mount Low. North Shore State School, Bohlevale State School and St Clare’s Catholic School in Burdell cover the primary years, and Northern Beaches State High School and St Anthony’s Catholic College in Deeragun cover secondary.
North Shore Marketplace in Burdell and the shopping centres in Deeragun and Bushland Beach are all a few minutes away. Kilcora Park and the estate parks provide green space, and the beach at Bushland Beach is close by. Roads through Deeragun and Burdell connect to the Bruce Highway, with the CBD roughly 20 to 25 minutes away.
Local considerations for landlords
Mount Low’s homes are generally recent and built to current cyclone standards, so structural maintenance is usually modest. Plan for servicing and eventually replacing air-conditioners, pool equipment and hot water systems. Many homes from the early estates are now at that stage.
Pool owners need a current pool safety certificate and a compliant barrier for every new lease. Low-lying land near drainage corridors should be checked on the council’s flood maps, and landlord insurance should cover storm, cyclone, flood and loss of rent.
Managing a rental in Mount Low
With many similar homes in Mount Low and the surrounding estates, accurate pricing and strong presentation make the difference. We compare recent leases in Mount Low, Burdell and Bushland Beach and highlight what sets your home apart, whether that’s a pool, extra living space or a bigger block.
We market to families and air force households on our database, and we check every applicant carefully. Mount Low is an easy drive up the corridor from our Kirwan office for inspections, viewings and maintenance.
Mount Low FAQs
Are there schools in Mount Low?
There are no schools inside Mount Low, but several are minutes away. Primary schools include North Shore State School, Bohlevale State School and St Clare's Catholic School in Burdell. Northern Beaches State High School and St Anthony's Catholic College are in Deeragun.
What rents best in Mount Low?
Four-bedroom homes with a pool, air-conditioning throughout and side access for a boat or caravan are in the highest demand. Being close to Bushland Beach is a bonus.
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.