Loganlea sits 25.4 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $17,130, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs reach $18,010, with the $2,200 body corporate levy accounting for the entire difference between the two. At 25.4km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $11,688. The gap widens as commute costs rise.
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Loganlea to the CBD?
Public transport saves Loganlea residents $11,688 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $11,880 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Loganlea?
Loganlea falls under Logan City Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,616 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,616 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Loganlea?
Running a unit in Loganlea costs approximately $18,010 per year by car or $6,322 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,616, water and sewerage $1,834, estimated body corporate levy of $2,200, and contents insurance of $480. 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 2025-26. Water: Logan City Council Water & Sewerage 2025-26. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA NAPLAN 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated July 2025. Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.