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True annual cost of living in Logan Reserve, QLD 4133

Living in a house in Logan Reserve costs about $12,884 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Logan Reserve sits 28.7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs reach $12,903, with the $2,200 body corporate levy accounting for the entire difference between the two. At 28.7km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $6,027. The gap widens as commute costs rise.

Last updated July 2026 · Logan City Council rates 2026-27, ATO 88c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights
Running costs sit near the Logan City Council average, cheaper than 53% of suburbs in the region.
The commute is the biggest expense at $6,219, roughly 48% of the annual total.
Bushfire risk is rated high here, which lifts home insurance. Full risk detail is in the free report.
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Lower cost
House annual cost
$12,884
Driving · per year
$1,074/month
Unit annual cost
$12,903
Incl. body corporate
$1,075/month
House vs unit difference
+$19
Unit costs more per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Logan City Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,816
Water & sewerage
Logan City Council Water & Sewerage 2026-27
$2,149
Driving commute
ATO 88c/km · 28.7km from CBD · 192 days
$6,219
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire High
$2,700
Total annual running cost
$12,884
($1,074/month)
Near Logan City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○ 4.6/10 Poor
Cheaper to run than 53% of Logan City Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).
Estimated electricity cost typical 2-person household
House
$1,976/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,591/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Logan Reserve's climate zone at 2025 rates. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Logan Reserve to the CBD?
Public transport saves Logan Reserve residents $6,027 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,219 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Logan Reserve?
Logan Reserve falls under Logan City Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,816 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,705 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Logan Reserve?
Running a unit in Logan Reserve costs approximately $12,903 per year by car or $6,876 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,705, water and sewerage $2,149, estimated body corporate levy of $2,200, and contents insurance of $630. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

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Data sources: Council rates: Logan City Council 2026-27. Water: Logan 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.