Cedar Grove vs Glenlogan: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Cedar Grove and Glenlogan are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 14.6 km and 40.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Cedar Grove runs $2,424 a year cheaper than Glenlogan, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $27,788.
Over 10 years, Cedar Grove costs about $27,800 less to run than Glenlogan — the same as paying $27,800 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Cedar Grove | Glenlogan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,816 | $1,816 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $4,033 | $6,757 | -$2,724 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,200 | $2,900 | +$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,600 | $1,800 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $11,198 | $13,622 | -$2,424 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,357 | $7,057 | +$300 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Cedar Grove | Glenlogan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $1,976 | $1,976 | - |
| Unit | $1,591 | $1,591 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2025 rates (QLD 30c/kWh, NSW 33c/kWh incl. supply charge; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown — Cedar Grove vs Glenlogan (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Cedar Grove costs $2,424 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $27,788 in favour of Cedar Grove.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $2,724 per year. Glenlogan is 40.6 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $7,357 from Cedar Grove versus $7,057 from Glenlogan.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Cedar Grove cumulative | Glenlogan cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,198 | $13,622 | $2,424 |
| Year 3 | $34,612 | $42,104 | $7,492 |
| Year 5 | $59,452 | $72,321 | $12,869 |
| Year 10 | $128,373 | $156,161 | $27,788 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cedar Grove or Glenlogan cheaper to live in?
Cedar Grove is cheaper to run by car at $11,198 per year versus $13,622 for Glenlogan, a difference of $2,424 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Cedar Grove and Glenlogan?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,816 in Cedar Grove (Logan City Council) and $1,816 in Glenlogan (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Cedar Grove and $2,149 in Glenlogan. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Cedar Grove and Glenlogan?
Annual driving commute costs are $4,033 from Cedar Grove and $6,757 from Glenlogan to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Cedar Grove and $192 from Glenlogan.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Cedar Grove and Glenlogan?
At 3% annual cost growth, Cedar Grove costs a cumulative $128,373 and Glenlogan costs $156,161 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $27,788 in favour of Cedar Grove. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Cedar Grove and Glenlogan is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Logan City Council and Logan City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 88c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.