Average rent in Mount Martha, VIC — 2026

Mount Martha sits in the Mornington Peninsula local government area, 52km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 19,846 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $496/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 12% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$496/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19,846

ABS 2021

Median age
46
Distance to Melbourne
52 km
Households renting
12%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Mornington Peninsula

Renting in Mount Martha

Mount Martha is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $496/week, around 37% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 84% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (84%) 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 52km from Melbourne, with a population of around 19,846 and a median age of 46. 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 Mount Martha?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Mount Martha, VIC was $496. 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 Mount Martha rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Mount Martha came in at $496 — 37% above. Mount Martha sits 52km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 84% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Mount Martha have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Mount Martha's $496/week (ABS 2021) include Albert Park, Bentleigh - McKinnon, Northcote - West. Doncaster East - North, Clifton Hill - Alphington, Glen Waverley - East 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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