Bentleigh East - South, VIC 3554
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $490/wk Median
- 22.8% Renters
Bentleigh East - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.1k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $490
- To the CBD
- 15.7km
- Walkability
- 7.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Bentleigh East - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Bentleigh East - South for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 22.8% of the suburb's 14,057 residents rent.
Around Bentleigh East - South
Bentleigh East - South Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Bentleigh East - South Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Bentleigh East - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Bentleigh East - South.
Is Bentleigh East - South a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Bentleigh East - South has a 22.8% 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.
What's the community like in Bentleigh East - South?
Bentleigh East - South has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 14,057, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Bentleigh East - South family-friendly for renters?
Bentleigh East - South has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $490/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Bentleigh East - South from the Melbourne CBD?
Bentleigh East - South is approximately 16km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 26-41 minutes.
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