Average rent in Geelong, VIC2026

Geelong is part of the Greater Geelong council area and sits 65km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 13,504 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $340/week, which is below the Victoria median of $363/week. About 40% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$340/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
13,504

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Melbourne
65 km
Households renting
40%
Separate houses
67%
Flats / apartments
12%
Born overseas
18%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Greater Geelong

Renting in Geelong

Geelong runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $340/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (57% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 40% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (67%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 40 and a population around 13,504. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 18% of residents were born overseas. Geelong is 65km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Geelong?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Geelong, VIC was $340. 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 Geelong rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Geelong sat at $340 — 6% below the state average. The suburb is 65km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (67% separate houses, 12% flats here).
Which suburbs near Geelong have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Geelong's $340/week (ABS 2021): Wyndham Vale - South, Geelong West - Hamlyn Heights, Pakenham - South East. On the higher end, you've got Sunshine North, Dandenong - South, Altona Meadows. 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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