Ascot Vale, VIC 3531
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $370/wk Median
- 37.9% Renters
Ascot Vale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.2k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $370
- To the CBD
- 6.4km
- Walkability
- 7.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Ascot Vale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
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.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Ascot Vale is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 15,191 residents, a substantial 37.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $370 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Ascot Vale
Ascot Vale Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Ascot Vale Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Ascot Vale
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ascot Vale
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ascot Vale.
What's the community like in Ascot Vale?
Ascot Vale has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 15,191, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How far is Ascot Vale from the Melbourne CBD?
Ascot Vale is approximately 5km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Ascot Vale walkable?
Ascot Vale carries a walkability score of 7.9/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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