Greenslopes vs Tarragindi: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Greenslopes and Tarragindi are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 4.9 km and 6.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Greenslopes runs $1,620 a year cheaper than Tarragindi, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $18,572.
Over 10 years, Greenslopes costs about $18,600 less to run than Tarragindi — the same as paying $18,600 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Greenslopes | Tarragindi | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,579 | $1,579 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $1,554 | $2,074 | -$520 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,000 | $3,100 | -$1,100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $3,200 | $2,800 | +$400 |
| Total (driving) | $7,033 | $8,653 | -$1,620 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,671 | $6,771 | -$1,100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Greenslopes | Tarragindi | 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 — Greenslopes vs Tarragindi (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Greenslopes costs $1,620 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $18,572 in favour of Greenslopes.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $1,100 per year.
On public transport the gap is $1,100 per year, $5,671 from Greenslopes versus $6,771 from Tarragindi.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Greenslopes cumulative | Tarragindi cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $7,033 | $8,653 | $1,620 |
| Year 3 | $21,738 | $26,746 | $5,008 |
| Year 5 | $37,339 | $45,940 | $8,601 |
| Year 10 | $80,625 | $99,197 | $18,572 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Greenslopes or Tarragindi cheaper to live in?
Greenslopes is cheaper to run by car at $7,033 per year versus $8,653 for Tarragindi, a difference of $1,620 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Greenslopes and Tarragindi?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,579 in Greenslopes (Brisbane City Council) and $1,579 in Tarragindi (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Greenslopes and $1,900 in Tarragindi. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Greenslopes and Tarragindi?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,554 from Greenslopes and $2,074 from Tarragindi to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Greenslopes and $192 from Tarragindi.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Greenslopes and Tarragindi?
At 3% annual cost growth, Greenslopes costs a cumulative $80,625 and Tarragindi costs $99,197 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $18,572 in favour of Greenslopes. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Greenslopes and Tarragindi is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Brisbane City Council and Brisbane 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.