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True annual cost of living in Bundall, QLD 4217

Living in a house in Bundall costs about $7,081 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Bundall sits 4.4 kilometres from Gold Coast CBD. Unit costs reach $8,911, with the $3,400 body corporate levy accounting for the entire difference between the two. Transport mode has the biggest effect on total cost in a suburb this close to the city.

Last updated July 2026 · City of Gold Coast rates 2026-27, ATO 91c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Cheaper to run than 96% of City of Gold Coast suburbs, about 34% below the regional average.
Water & sewerage is the biggest expense at $2,169, roughly 31% of the annual total.
Switching from driving to public transport saves $1,261 a year.
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Lower cost
House annual cost
$7,081
Driving · per year
$590/month
Unit annual cost
$8,911
Incl. body corporate
$743/month
House vs unit difference
+$1,830
Unit costs more per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates
City of Gold Coast 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,359
Water & sewerage
City of Gold Coast Water & Sewerage 2026-27
$2,169
Driving commute
ATO 91c/km · 4.4km from Gold Coast CBD · 192 days
$1,453
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire Low
$2,100
Total annual running cost
$7,081
($590/month)
↓ 34% below City of Gold Coast average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●●● 9.5/10 Excellent
Cheaper to run than 96% of City of Gold Coast suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).

Estimated electricity cost

typical 2-person household
House
$2,135/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,776/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Bundall's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for its electricity network. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.

Getting around Bundall

within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
HOTA, Home of the Arts, 1,736 m away, about a 22 minute walk. It is a ferry stop.
Nearest hospital
Pindara Private Hospital, 1,175 m away, about a 15 minute walk.
Supermarkets
4
Cafes
7
Parks
53
Counted from OpenStreetMap via Overpass inside a 2 km walking radius of the suburb centre, built 2026-08-07. Distances are straight line from that centre, so a specific address can be closer or further. Mapping is contributed and can lag a new opening.

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Frequently asked questions about Bundall

Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Bundall to Gold Coast CBD?

Public transport saves Bundall residents $1,261 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $1,453 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.

What are the council rates in Bundall?

Bundall falls under City of Gold Coast. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,359 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,359 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Bundall?

Running a unit in Bundall costs approximately $8,911 per year by car or $7,650 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,359, water and sewerage $2,169, estimated body corporate levy of $3,400, and contents insurance of $530. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

Is Bundall close to public transport?

The nearest scheduled service to the centre of Bundall is HOTA, Home of the Arts, a ferry stop about 1,736 m away, about a 22 minute walk. That is measured from the suburb centre, so an individual address can be nearer or further. The commute figure used in the running cost on this page assumes driving, not this service.

What is the closest hospital to Bundall?

The closest hospital to the centre of Bundall is Pindara Private Hospital, about 1,175 m away, about a 15 minute walk. Distance is straight line from the suburb centre and does not account for the road route or whether the hospital has an emergency department.

What shops and parks are in Bundall?

Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Bundall there are 4 supermarkets, 7 cafes and 53 parks. These counts come from OpenStreetMap via Overpass, which is contributed mapping and can lag a recent opening or closure.

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Data sources: Council rates: City of Gold Coast 2026-27. Water: City of Gold Coast Water & Sewerage 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2026–27 (91c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA ICSEA 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated 2026-07.
Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.