St Albans - North, VIC 3995
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $330/wk Median
- 37.7% Renters
St Albans - North Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 20.6k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 16.5km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
St Albans - North Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in St Albans - North for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 37.7% of the suburb's 20,581 residents rent.
Around St Albans - North
St Albans - North Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
St Albans - North Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in St Albans - North
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in St Albans - North
Real questions renters ask before moving to St Albans - North.
Is St Albans - North a good suburb for renters?
Yes. St Albans - North has a 37.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How much does it cost to rent in St Albans - North?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in St Albans - North is $330. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $330 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in St Albans - North?
St Albans - North has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 20,581, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is St Albans - North walkable?
St Albans - North carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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