Vermont South, VIC 3516
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $496/wk Median
- 13.8% Renters
Vermont South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12k
- Median age
- 46
- Median weekly rent
- $496
- To the CBD
- 20.3km
- Walkability
- 7.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Vermont South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Vermont South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 11,954 residents, a smaller but steady 13.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $496 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Vermont South
Vermont South Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Vermont South Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Vermont South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Vermont South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Vermont South.
Is Vermont South walkable?
Vermont South carries a walkability score of 7.1/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Vermont South from the Melbourne CBD?
Vermont South is approximately 20km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 30-45 minutes.
Is Vermont South family-friendly for renters?
Vermont South has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $496/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
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