Average rent in Keilor, VIC2026

Keilor sits in the Brimbank local government area, 14km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 8,548 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $396/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 12% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$396/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,548

ABS 2021

Median age
45
Distance to Melbourne
14 km
Households renting
12%
Separate houses
87%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brimbank

Renting in Keilor

Keilor runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $396/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (83% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 12% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (87%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 45 and a population around 8,548. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 24% of residents were born overseas. Keilor is 14km 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 Keilor?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Keilor, VIC was $396. 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 Keilor rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Keilor came in at $396 — 9% above. Keilor sits 14km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 87% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Keilor have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Keilor's $396/week (ABS 2021): Truganina - South East, Carnegie, Roxburgh Park - North. On the higher end, you've got Croydon - West, Mooroolbark, Strathfieldsaye. 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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