South Morang - South, VIC 3590
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $380/wk Median
- 21.9% Renters
South Morang - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.4k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $380
- To the CBD
- 21.9km
- Walkability
- 6.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
South Morang - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
South Morang - South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,392 residents, a solid minority 21.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $380 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around South Morang - South
South Morang - South Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
South Morang - South Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in South Morang - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in South Morang - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to South Morang - South.
How far is South Morang - South from the Melbourne CBD?
South Morang - South is approximately 21km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 31-46 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in South Morang - South?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in South Morang - South is $380. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $380 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is South Morang - South family-friendly for renters?
South Morang - South has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $380/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
What's the community like in South Morang - South?
South Morang - South has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,392, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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