Alexandra, VIC 3362
Room to breathe, on Victoria's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $250/wk Median
- 17.7% Renters
Alexandra Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.8k
- Median age
- 54
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 97km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Alexandra Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
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
Community & Space
Alexandra is a regional Victoria community of 6,828 residents, with 17.7% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $250 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Victoria's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Alexandra
Alexandra Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Alexandra Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Alexandra
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Alexandra
Real questions renters ask before moving to Alexandra.
Is Alexandra a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Alexandra has a 17.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Alexandra family-friendly for renters?
Alexandra has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $250/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional VIC.
How much does it cost to rent in Alexandra?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Alexandra is $250. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $250 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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