Keilor, VIC 3749
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $396/wk Median
- 11.9% Renters
Keilor Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.5k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $396
- To the CBD
- 14.5km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Keilor Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Keilor is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 8,548 residents, a smaller but steady 11.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $396 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Keilor
Keilor Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Keilor Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Keilor
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Keilor
Real questions renters ask before moving to Keilor.
Is Keilor family-friendly for renters?
Keilor has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $396/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Keilor a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Keilor has a 11.9% 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.
How far is Keilor from the Melbourne CBD?
Keilor is approximately 14km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 24-39 minutes.
Is Keilor walkable?
Keilor carries a walkability score of 8.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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