Morphett Vale - West, SA 5620
Close to everything Adelaide offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $295/wk Median
- 31.1% Renters
Morphett Vale - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.1k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $295
- To the CBD
- 23.1km
- Walkability
- 7.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Morphett Vale - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Morphett Vale - West for the balance it strikes — close enough to Adelaide's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 31.1% of the suburb's 10,138 residents rent.
Around Morphett Vale - West
Morphett Vale - West Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Morphett Vale - West Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Morphett Vale - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Morphett Vale - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Morphett Vale - West.
How much does it cost to rent in Morphett Vale - West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Morphett Vale - West is $295. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $295 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Morphett Vale - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Morphett Vale - West has a 31.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Morphett Vale - West family-friendly for renters?
Morphett Vale - West has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $295/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Adelaide.
Is Morphett Vale - West walkable?
Morphett Vale - West carries a walkability score of 7.2/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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