Average rent in Camberwell, VIC — 2026
Camberwell is part of the Boroondara council area and sits 10km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 21,232 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $490/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 25% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.
$490/wk
ABS 2021 Census median
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Suburb at a glance
- Population
- 21,232
- Median age
- 43
- Distance to Melbourne
- 10 km
- Households renting
- 25%
- Separate houses
- 61%
- Flats / apartments
- 17%
- Born overseas
- 31%
- Top occupation
- Professionals
- LGA
- Boroondara
ABS 2021
Renting in Camberwell
Camberwell is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $490/week, around 35% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 72% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (61%) 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 10km from Melbourne, with a population of around 21,232 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.
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