Highett (East) - Cheltenham, VIC 3171
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $421/wk Median
- 27.5% Renters
Highett (East) - Cheltenham Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 24.1k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $421
- To the CBD
- 18.7km
- Walkability
- 7
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Highett (East) - Cheltenham Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Highett (East) - Cheltenham is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 24,085 residents, a solid minority 27.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $421 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Highett (East) - Cheltenham
Highett (East) - Cheltenham Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Highett (East) - Cheltenham Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Highett (East) - Cheltenham
Real questions renters ask before moving to Highett (East) - Cheltenham.
What's the community like in Highett (East) - Cheltenham?
Highett (East) - Cheltenham has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 24,085, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Highett (East) - Cheltenham family-friendly for renters?
Highett (East) - Cheltenham has around 10 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $421/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Highett (East) - Cheltenham from the Melbourne CBD?
Highett (East) - Cheltenham is approximately 19km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 29-44 minutes.
Is Highett (East) - Cheltenham walkable?
Highett (East) - Cheltenham carries a walkability score of 7.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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