Sunshine, VIC 3120
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $340/wk Median
- 40.4% Renters
Sunshine Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.4k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $340
- To the CBD
- 11.6km
- Walkability
- 8
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Sunshine Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Sunshine for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 40.4% of the suburb's 9,445 residents rent.
Around Sunshine
Sunshine Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Sunshine Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Sunshine
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sunshine
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sunshine.
What's the community like in Sunshine?
Sunshine has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 9,445, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Sunshine family-friendly for renters?
Sunshine has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $340/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Sunshine?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Sunshine is $340. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $340 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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