Living in a house in Cleveland costs about $12,439 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Cleveland sits 24.9 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs reach $13,019, with the $2,800 body corporate levy accounting for the entire difference between the two. At 24.9km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $5,603. The gap widens as commute costs rise.
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Cleveland's climate zone at 2025 rates. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Cleveland to the CBD?
Public transport saves Cleveland residents $5,603 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $5,795 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Cleveland?
Cleveland falls under Redland City Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,436 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,436 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Cleveland?
Running a unit in Cleveland costs approximately $13,019 per year by car or $7,416 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,436, water and sewerage $2,308, estimated body corporate levy of $2,800, 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: Redland City Council 2026-27. Water: Redland City Council Water & Sewerage 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/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.