Average rent in Glen Waverley - West, VIC2026

Glen Waverley - West is part of the Monash council area and sits 19km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 21,036 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $462/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 32% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
21,036

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Melbourne
19 km
Households renting
32%
Separate houses
69%
Flats / apartments
19%
Born overseas
61%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Monash

Renting in Glen Waverley - West

Glen Waverley - West is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $462/week, around 27% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 65% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (69%) 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 19km from Melbourne, with a population of around 21,036 and a median age of 39. 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 Waverley - West?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Glen Waverley - West, VIC was $462. 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 Waverley - West rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Glen Waverley - West came in at $462 — 27% above. Glen Waverley - West sits 19km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 69% separate houses and 19% flats).
Which suburbs near Glen Waverley - West have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Glen Waverley - West's $462/week (ABS 2021): Northcote - East, Balwyn, Bulleen. On the higher end, you've got Kew East, Mount Waverley - South, Hampton. 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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