Average rent in Flinders, VIC2026

Flinders is part of the Mornington Peninsula council area and sits 64km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 5,995 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $424/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 11% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$424/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,995

ABS 2021

Median age
56
Distance to Melbourne
64 km
Households renting
11%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
14%
Top occupation
Managers
LGA
Mornington Peninsula

Renting in Flinders

Flinders is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $424/week, around 17% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 84% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (98%) 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 64km from Melbourne, with a population of around 5,995 and a median age of 56. The biggest occupation category is Managers. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Flinders?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Flinders, VIC was $424. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Flinders rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Flinders sat at $424 — 17% above the state average. The suburb is 64km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (98% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Flinders have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Flinders's $424/week (ABS 2021): Gowanbrae, Pascoe Vale South, Clyde North - North. On the higher end, you've got Rowville - Central, Abbotsford, Knoxfield - Scoresby. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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