Brunswick - South, VIC 3270
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $450/wk Median
- 50.4% Renters
Brunswick - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 4.6km
- Walkability
- 9.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Brunswick - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
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.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Brunswick - South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,983 residents, a substantial 50.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $450 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Brunswick - South
Brunswick - South Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Brunswick - South Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Brunswick - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Brunswick - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Brunswick - South.
Is Brunswick - South family-friendly for renters?
Brunswick - South has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $450/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Brunswick - South from the Melbourne CBD?
Brunswick - South is approximately 5km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
What's the community like in Brunswick - South?
Brunswick - South has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,983, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Brunswick - South walkable?
Brunswick - South carries a walkability score of 9.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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