Average rent in Braybrook, VIC2026

Braybrook sits in the Maribyrnong local government area, 9km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 19,068 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 45% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19,068

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Melbourne
9 km
Households renting
45%
Separate houses
47%
Flats / apartments
9%
Born overseas
50%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Maribyrnong

Renting in Braybrook

Rent in Braybrook sits near the Victoria median ($363/week at the 2021 Census), with the typical renter paying $350/week. What stands out is the renter share — 45% of households here rent, which is well above the state-wide owner-occupier baseline. The housing mix tells the story: about 47% separate houses and 9% flats, the kind of transitional density you see in suburbs where new builds have layered in over older stock. Population is around 19,068, median age 34, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. 50% of residents were born overseas. The suburb sits 9km from Melbourne, and renter turnover here tends to run higher than in nearby owner-heavy areas at similar price points.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Braybrook?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Braybrook, VIC was $350. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Braybrook rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Braybrook sat at $350 — 4% below the state average. The suburb is 9km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (47% separate houses, 9% flats here).
Which suburbs near Braybrook have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Braybrook's $350/week (ABS 2021) include Reservoir - South East, Meadow Heights, Pakenham - North East. Werribee - South, West Footscray - Tottenham, Tullamarine sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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