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Brompton Rent Prices in Adelaide 2026

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Our Verdict

"Bougie"

At A$29/m² monthly, you are paying a premium for the postcode and the shortcut to the city. The area has officially hit 'BOUGIE' status, meaning you’ll often pay A$38.5/m² for anything with a modern kitchen and a decent energy rating. It is a solid investment outlook if you own, but as a renter, you are paying for the aesthetic of gentrification rather than actual square footage.

The Vibe:Brompton is Bowden’s older sibling that finally got a high-end renovation, trading its industrial grime for glass-fronted extensions and tight street parking. It is a dense mix of original worker's cottages and modern townhouses where the Outer Harbor rail line provides a constant mechanical soundtrack. The crowd here is mostly professionals who want the city proximity without the high-rise feel of the CBD.

The median rent price in Brompton, Adelaide is A$29 per m² per month, 2% below the Adelaide city average of A$29.5/m². Based on 1 verified rental data points as of February 2026.

Market Median · Brompton

20+ data points
A$29
/m²/mo
1.7% Discountvs Adelaide avg
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A$21.5A$38.5
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Est. Rating4/5
Last ScanFebruary 2026
Signal ConfidenceHigh
Market Speed
Steady
Inventory turnover focus
📈Growth Potential
Balanced
Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Brompton @ A$29/m²/mo

A$1,740

District Highlights

Grocery
IGA Brompton (Chief St)
School
Brompton Primary School
Pub
The Brompton Hotel
Park
Josiah Mitton Reserve
Transport
Bowden Railway Station

Locals Ask

Is street parking a dealbreaker in Brompton?

If your rental doesn't have a dedicated car port, yes—expect to circle the block or fight for a spot near Chief Street every evening.

What are the m² stats for a renovated cottage?

Expect to pay toward the A$38.5/m² monthly ceiling for anything with updated bathrooms and open-plan living.

Does the train line affect rental prices?

Proximity to the Outer Harbor line keeps the average rent high because it offers a sub-10-minute commute to the city.

Is Brompton cheaper than neighboring Bowden?

Slightly, but as the stock in Brompton modernizes, the price gap between the two is closing rapidly.

How is the investment outlook for the inner-west?

High demand and low vacancy rates make this a landlord's market, with little sign of prices dipping below A$21.5/m².

About This Data

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Data Sources

Brompton prices are sourced from real market listings and verified location scans submitted by users in Adelaide. Each neighbourhood requires multiple independent data points before publication to ensure statistical reliability.

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Methodology

We report median prices — not averages — to reduce outlier distortion. All figures are per square metre (per month). The 4/5 rating reflects price-to-value relative to local amenities, transit access, and broader market conditions in Adelaide.

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Last Updated

This page was last updated in February 2026. AI-generated insights — including the vibe description, verdict, and FAQs — are regenerated whenever the underlying price data changes to keep analysis current.