Average rent in Glen Iris - East, VIC2026

Glen Iris - East sits in the Boroondara local government area, 11km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 16,829 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $522/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$522/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
16,829

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Melbourne
11 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
70%
Flats / apartments
10%
Born overseas
27%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Boroondara

Renting in Glen Iris - East

Glen Iris - East is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $522/week, around 44% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 77% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (70%) 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 11km from Melbourne, with a population of around 16,829 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 Glen Iris - East?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Glen Iris - East, VIC was $522. 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 Glen Iris - East rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Glen Iris - East came in at $522 — 44% above. Glen Iris - East sits 11km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 70% separate houses and 10% flats).
Which suburbs near Glen Iris - East have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Glen Iris - East's $522/week (ABS 2021) include Keysborough - South, Templestowe, Mount Eliza. Carlton North - Princes Hill, Balwyn North, Port Melbourne Industrial 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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