Blackburn, VIC 3509
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $420/wk Median
- 24.4% Renters
Blackburn Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 22.1k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $420
- To the CBD
- 16.7km
- Walkability
- 8
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Blackburn Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Blackburn is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 22,106 residents, a solid minority 24.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $420 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Blackburn
Blackburn Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Blackburn Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Blackburn
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Blackburn
Real questions renters ask before moving to Blackburn.
Is Blackburn family-friendly for renters?
Blackburn has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $420/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Blackburn from the Melbourne CBD?
Blackburn is approximately 17km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Blackburn a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Blackburn has a 24.4% 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.
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