Ivanhoe, VIC 3447
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $440/wk Median
- 30.9% Renters
Ivanhoe Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.5k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $440
- To the CBD
- 8.8km
- Walkability
- 9.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Ivanhoe 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.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
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.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Ivanhoe for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 30.9% of the suburb's 12,458 residents rent.
Around Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Ivanhoe Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Ivanhoe
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ivanhoe
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ivanhoe.
Is Ivanhoe a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Ivanhoe has a 30.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
What's the community like in Ivanhoe?
Ivanhoe has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,458, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Ivanhoe?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Ivanhoe is $440. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $440 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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