True annual cost of living in Beaudesert, QLD 4285
Beaudesert sits 1.2 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $6,425, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $5,505, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,600 body corporate levy. Transport mode has the biggest effect on total cost in a suburb this close to the city.
Annual cost — house
$6,425
Driving · per year
$535/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$5,505
Incl. body corporate
$459/month
House vs unit difference
−$920
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Scenic Rim Regional Council 2025-26
$1,300
Water & sewerage
Queensland Urban Utilities 2025-26
$1,824
Commute — driving
ATO 88c/km · 1.2km from CBD · 192 days
$101
Home insurance
Estimated — flood Low, fire High
$3,200
Body corporate
Estimated
$1,600
Total annual running cost
$6,425
($535/month)
↓ 31% below Scenic Rim Regional Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○6.7/10
Compare Beaudesert with another suburb
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Beaudesert to the CBD?
Driving saves Beaudesert residents $91 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $101 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Beaudesert?
Beaudesert falls under Scenic Rim Regional Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,300 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,300 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Beaudesert?
Running a unit in Beaudesert costs approximately $5,505 per year by car or $5,596 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,300, water and sewerage $1,824, estimated body corporate levy of $1,600, and contents insurance of $680. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings — always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Scenic Rim Regional Council 2025-26. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 2025-26. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA NAPLAN 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated July 2025. Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.