Cranbourne East - South, VIC 3456
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $401/wk Median
- 25.8% Renters
Cranbourne East - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.3k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $401
- To the CBD
- 45.4km
- Walkability
- 5.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Cranbourne East - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Cranbourne East - South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,289 residents, a solid minority 25.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $401 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Cranbourne East - South
Cranbourne East - South Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Cranbourne East - South Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Cranbourne East - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cranbourne East - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cranbourne East - South.
Is Cranbourne East - South walkable?
Cranbourne East - South carries a walkability score of 5.6/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Cranbourne East - South a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Cranbourne East - South has a 25.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority 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 Cranbourne East - South?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Cranbourne East - South is $401. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $401 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Cranbourne East - South?
Locals describe Cranbourne East - South as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 12,289, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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