Rowville - South, VIC 3854
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $471/wk Median
- 11.2% Renters
Rowville - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.4k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $471
- To the CBD
- 28km
- Walkability
- 6.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Rowville - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Rowville - South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 10,375 residents, a smaller but steady 11.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $471 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Rowville - South
Rowville - South Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Rowville - South Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Rowville - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Rowville - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Rowville - South.
Is Rowville - South family-friendly for renters?
Rowville - South has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $471/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Rowville - South from the Melbourne CBD?
Rowville - South is approximately 28km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Rowville - South?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Rowville - South is $471. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $471 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Rowville - South?
Rowville - South has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 10,375, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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