McLaren Vale, SA 5136
Inner-Adelaide convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $350/wk Median
- 15.1% Renters
McLaren Vale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.3k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 30.6km
- Walkability
- 6.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
McLaren Vale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in McLaren Vale for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 15.1% of the suburb's 7,344 residents rent.
Around McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
McLaren Vale Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in McLaren Vale
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in McLaren Vale
Real questions renters ask before moving to McLaren Vale.
Is McLaren Vale a good suburb for renters?
Yes. McLaren Vale has a 15.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is McLaren Vale walkable?
McLaren Vale carries a walkability score of 6.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is McLaren Vale family-friendly for renters?
McLaren Vale has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Adelaide.
How far is McLaren Vale from the Adelaide CBD?
McLaren Vale is approximately 30km from the Adelaide CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 40-55 minutes.
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