Average rent in Gisborne, VIC2026

Gisborne sits in the Macedon Ranges local government area, 51km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 14,222 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $430/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 14% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$430/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
14,222

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Melbourne
51 km
Households renting
14%
Separate houses
91%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Macedon Ranges

Renting in Gisborne

Gisborne commands one of the higher rent points in Victoria, with the typical renter paying $430/week — about 18% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (84% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (91%). The renter cohort is smaller but rent itself tends to be sticky — there's typically less turnover than in higher-density nearby suburbs. Population sits around 14,222, the median age is 40, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. Gisborne is 51km from Melbourne. If you're searching here, expect longer search times and tighter inspection windows than denser markets nearby.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Gisborne?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Gisborne, VIC was $430. 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 Gisborne rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Gisborne came in at $430 — 18% above. Gisborne sits 51km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 91% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Gisborne have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Gisborne's $430/week (ABS 2021): Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek, Fraser Rise - Plumpton, Wantirna. On the higher end, you've got Brunswick - North, Croydon Hills - Warranwood, Niddrie - Essendon West. 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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