Burnside Heights, VIC 3800
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $411/wk Median
- 17.9% Renters
Burnside Heights Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.4k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $411
- To the CBD
- 20.4km
- Walkability
- 7.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Burnside Heights Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Burnside Heights is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 6,377 residents, a smaller but steady 17.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $411 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Burnside Heights
Burnside Heights Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Burnside Heights Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Burnside Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Burnside Heights
Real questions renters ask before moving to Burnside Heights.
Is Burnside Heights family-friendly for renters?
Burnside Heights has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $411/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Burnside Heights a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Burnside Heights has a 17.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How much does it cost to rent in Burnside Heights?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Burnside Heights is $411. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $411 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Burnside Heights from the Melbourne CBD?
Burnside Heights is approximately 20km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 30-45 minutes.
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