Melbourne CBD - West, VIC 3500
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $376/wk Median
- 76.2% Renters
Melbourne CBD - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.6k
- Median age
- 29
- Median weekly rent
- $376
- To the CBD
- 0.5km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Melbourne CBD - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
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
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Melbourne CBD - 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. 76.2% of the suburb's 15,648 residents rent.
Around Melbourne CBD - West
Melbourne CBD - West Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Melbourne CBD - West Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Melbourne CBD - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Melbourne CBD - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Melbourne CBD - West.
Is Melbourne CBD - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Melbourne CBD - West has a 76.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Melbourne CBD - West from the Melbourne CBD?
Melbourne CBD - West is approximately 1km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 11-26 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Melbourne CBD - West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Melbourne CBD - West is $376. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $376 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Melbourne CBD - West family-friendly for renters?
Melbourne CBD - West has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $376/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
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