Keilor Downs, VIC 3061
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $360/wk Median
- 18.1% Renters
Keilor Downs Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.1k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 16.6km
- Walkability
- 7
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Keilor Downs Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Keilor Downs for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 18.1% of the suburb's 13,082 residents rent.
Around Keilor Downs
Keilor Downs Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Keilor Downs Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Keilor Downs
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Keilor Downs
Real questions renters ask before moving to Keilor Downs.
Is Keilor Downs family-friendly for renters?
Keilor Downs has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $360/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Keilor Downs walkable?
Keilor Downs carries a walkability score of 7.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Keilor Downs a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Keilor Downs has a 18.1% 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 Downs from the Melbourne CBD?
Keilor Downs is approximately 15km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 25-40 minutes.
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