Glenroy - East, VIC 3510
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $369/wk Median
- 36.8% Renters
Glenroy - East Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.8k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $369
- To the CBD
- 12.7km
- Walkability
- 7.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Glenroy - East 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.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Glenroy - East is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 14,783 residents, a substantial 36.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $369 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Glenroy - East
Glenroy - East Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Glenroy - East Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Glenroy - East
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Glenroy - East
Real questions renters ask before moving to Glenroy - East.
How far is Glenroy - East from the Melbourne CBD?
Glenroy - East is approximately 13km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Glenroy - East a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Glenroy - East has a 36.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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 Glenroy - East?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Glenroy - East is $369. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $369 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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