Sandringham - Black Rock, VIC 3589
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $486/wk Median
- 22.3% Renters
Sandringham - Black Rock Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.4k
- Median age
- 48
- Median weekly rent
- $486
- To the CBD
- 17km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Sandringham - Black Rock Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Sandringham - Black Rock is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 17,358 residents, a solid minority 22.3% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $486 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Sandringham - Black Rock
Sandringham - Black Rock Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Sandringham - Black Rock Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sandringham - Black Rock
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sandringham - Black Rock.
How much does it cost to rent in Sandringham - Black Rock?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Sandringham - Black Rock is $486. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $486 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Sandringham - Black Rock walkable?
Sandringham - Black Rock carries a walkability score of 8.2/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Sandringham - Black Rock from the Melbourne CBD?
Sandringham - Black Rock is approximately 18km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Sandringham - Black Rock family-friendly for renters?
Sandringham - Black Rock has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $486/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
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