Abbotsford, VIC 3481
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $425/wk Median
- 55.4% Renters
Abbotsford Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.1k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $425
- To the CBD
- 3.3km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Abbotsford Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Abbotsford is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,088 residents, a clear majority 55.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $425 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Abbotsford
Abbotsford Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Abbotsford Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Abbotsford
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Abbotsford
Real questions renters ask before moving to Abbotsford.
Is Abbotsford walkable?
Abbotsford carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Abbotsford family-friendly for renters?
Abbotsford has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $425/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Abbotsford?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Abbotsford is $425. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $425 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Abbotsford?
Locals describe Abbotsford as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,088, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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