Average rent in Melbourne CBD - North, VIC2026

Melbourne CBD - North sits in the Melbourne local government area, 1km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 16,870 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $361/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 77% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
16,870

ABS 2021

Median age
26
Distance to Melbourne
1 km
Households renting
77%
Separate houses
0%
Flats / apartments
99%
Born overseas
75%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Melbourne

Renting in Melbourne CBD - North

Melbourne CBD - North runs close to the Victoria median rent of $363/week, with renters paying around $361/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Melbourne CBD - North from the state norm is its renter density — 77% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 0% separate houses and 99% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 16,870, the median age is 26, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 75% of residents were born overseas. At 1km from Melbourne, Melbourne CBD - North typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Melbourne CBD - North?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Melbourne CBD - North, VIC was $361. 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 Melbourne CBD - North rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Melbourne CBD - North sat at $361 — 1% below the state average. The suburb is 1km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (0% separate houses, 99% flats here).
Which suburbs near Melbourne CBD - North have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Melbourne CBD - North's $361/week (ABS 2021): Delacombe, Wandin - Seville, Monbulk - Silvan. On the higher end, you've got Montrose, Langwarrin, Brunswick 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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