Montrose, VIC 3116
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $365/wk Median
- 8.4% Renters
Montrose Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.9k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $365
- To the CBD
- 34.2km
- Walkability
- 5.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Montrose Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Montrose is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 6,943 residents, a smaller but steady 8.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $365 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Montrose
Montrose Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Montrose Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Montrose
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Montrose
Real questions renters ask before moving to Montrose.
Is Montrose family-friendly for renters?
Montrose has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $365/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Montrose?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Montrose is $365. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $365 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Montrose?
Montrose has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 6,943, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Montrose walkable?
Montrose carries a walkability score of 5.4/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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