Rasmussen is one of the established Upper Ross suburbs, between Condon and Kelso on Townsville's western side. It was largely built from the 1980s onwards, and today it has quiet streets of brick family homes, newer pockets from later estates, and a generous network of neighbourhood parks. Rasmussen's biggest selling point for tenants is value. Rents are generally among the more affordable in Townsville, yet JCU is only about four kilometres away in a straight line and the hospital around five and a half. Rasmussen State School and Good Shepherd Catholic School cover the primary years, and a local Woolworths handles everyday shopping. That combination attracts families, students and defence members. For landlords, Rasmussen offers steady, broad-based demand at an accessible price point, with the typical maintenance needs of homes now 30 to 40 years old.
Rental snapshot
Median weekly rent for new leases in Rasmussen.
- 3-bedroom house June 2026 · up $40 on a year earlier
- $520 per week
- 4-bedroom house June 2026
- $600 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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Families looking for an affordable home are the core of Rasmussen’s market, drawn by the two primary schools and the many parks. Students and staff at JCU, about 4 km away, often rent here to save money compared with Douglas. Health workers from the hospital and defence members from Lavarack Barracks, about 7 km away, round out the tenant pool.
Rasmussen competes directly with Condon and Kelso for the same tenants. Well-presented homes with air-conditioning, secure yards and good parking stand out in that crowded field.
Schools, shops and getting around
Rasmussen State School covers early childhood to Year 6, and Good Shepherd Catholic School offers a Catholic primary education, both within the suburb. Thuringowa State High School is nearby in Condon, and Ryan Catholic College is in Kirwan.
A local shopping centre with Woolworths covers everyday needs, and Willows Shopping Centre in Thuringowa Central is a short drive away. Rasmussen has plenty of green space, including Apex Park, Glenrock Park and Jeff Caddies Park. Riverway Drive and the Ross River parklands are close by, and Riverway Drive is the main route towards JCU, Douglas and the city.
Local considerations for landlords
Most Rasmussen homes are 30 to 40 years old, so owners should plan for mid-life maintenance: air-conditioning and hot water replacements, roof and gutter work, and updates to kitchens and bathrooms. These improvements often pay off in a competitive market, lifting both the rent and the number of applicants.
Some low-lying Upper Ross streets were affected in the 2019 floods, while higher ground was not. Check the council’s flood maps for the specific address, and make sure landlord insurance includes flood, storm and loss-of-rent cover.
Managing a rental in Rasmussen
We price Rasmussen homes against recent leases in Rasmussen, Condon and Kelso, which compete for the same tenants, so your property is positioned well from the start. Photos and descriptions focus on what sets each home apart, whether that’s a pool, a renovated kitchen or a big shady yard.
Rasmussen is a short drive from our Kirwan office along Riverway Drive, making inspections, viewings and maintenance visits easy to arrange. We check applicants thoroughly and keep you informed with clear reports.
Rasmussen FAQs
Is Rasmussen affordable for tenants?
Rasmussen's rents are generally among the more affordable in Townsville, which is a big part of its appeal to families and students. JCU and the hospital are still only about 4 to 5.5 km away.
Which schools are in Rasmussen?
Rasmussen State School and Good Shepherd Catholic School both cover the primary years. Thuringowa State High School is nearby in Condon.
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.