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True annual cost of living in Roseneath, QLD 4811

Roseneath sits 10.8 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $8,332, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $6,792, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,000 body corporate levy. Switching from driving to public transport saves $720 per year at this distance.

Annual cost — house
$8,332
Driving · per year
$694/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$6,792
Incl. body corporate
$566/month
House vs unit difference
−$1,540
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Townsville City Council 2025-26
$1,253
Water & sewerage
Townsville City Council Water & Sewerage 2025-26
$1,967
Commute — driving
ATO 88c/km · 10.8km from CBD · 192 days
$912
Home insurance
Estimated — flood Low, fire Low
$4,200
Total annual running cost
$8,332
($694/month)
↓ 14% below Townsville City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●●○ 7.3/10
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Roseneath to the CBD?
Public transport saves Roseneath residents $720 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $912 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Roseneath?
Roseneath falls under Townsville City Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,253 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,253 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Roseneath?
Running a unit in Roseneath costs approximately $6,792 per year by car or $6,072 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,253, water and sewerage $1,967, estimated body corporate levy of $2,000, and contents insurance of $660. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings — always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

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Data sources: Council rates: Townsville City Council 2025-26. Water: Townsville 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.