Gisborne, VIC 3490
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $430/wk Median
- 14.0% Renters
Gisborne Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.2k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $430
- To the CBD
- 49.6km
- Walkability
- 5
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Gisborne Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Gisborne for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 14.0% of the suburb's 14,222 residents rent.
Around Gisborne
Gisborne Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Gisborne Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Gisborne
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Gisborne
Real questions renters ask before moving to Gisborne.
Is Gisborne family-friendly for renters?
Gisborne has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $430/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Gisborne a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Gisborne has a 14.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Gisborne walkable?
Gisborne carries a walkability score of 5.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Gisborne from the Melbourne CBD?
Gisborne is approximately 51km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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