Average rent in Burwood East, VIC — 2026

Burwood East is part of the Whitehorse council area and sits 17km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 10,675 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $439/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 25% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$439/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,675

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Melbourne
17 km
Households renting
25%
Separate houses
74%
Flats / apartments
8%
Born overseas
52%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Whitehorse

Renting in Burwood East

Burwood East is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $439/week, around 21% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 70% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (74%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 17km from Melbourne, with a population of around 10,675 and a median age of 41. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Burwood East?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Burwood East, VIC was $439. 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 Burwood East rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Burwood East sat at $439 — 21% above the state average. The suburb is 17km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (74% separate houses, 8% flats here).
Which suburbs near Burwood East have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Burwood East's $439/week (ABS 2021) include Box Hill North, Ringwood North, Niddrie - Essendon West. Ivanhoe, Moorabbin - Heatherton, Edithvale - Aspendale 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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