Kew - West, VIC 3853
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $456/wk Median
- 31.6% Renters
Kew - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $456
- To the CBD
- 5.9km
- Walkability
- 7.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Kew - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Kew - West for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 31.6% of the suburb's 13,039 residents rent.
Around Kew - West
Kew - West Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Kew - West Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Kew - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kew - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kew - West.
Is Kew - West family-friendly for renters?
Kew - West has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $456/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Kew - West walkable?
Kew - West carries a walkability score of 7.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Kew - West?
Locals describe Kew - West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 13,039, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Kew - West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Kew - West is $456. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $456 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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