Average rent in Mooroolbark, VIC — 2026

Mooroolbark sits in the Yarra Ranges local government area, 32km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 23,146 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 20% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
23,146

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Melbourne
32 km
Households renting
20%
Separate houses
95%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
21%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Yarra Ranges

Renting in Mooroolbark

Mooroolbark is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 10% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 78% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (95%) 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 32km from Melbourne, with a population of around 23,146 and a median age of 37. 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 Mooroolbark?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Mooroolbark, VIC was $400. 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 Mooroolbark rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Mooroolbark came in at $400 — 10% above. Mooroolbark sits 32km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 95% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Mooroolbark have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Mooroolbark's $400/week (ABS 2021): Croydon - West, Diggers Rest, Maribyrnong. On the higher end, you've got Cranbourne East - South, Hawthorn - North, Point Cook - East. 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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