Average rent in Rowville - North, VIC2026

Rowville - North is part of the Knox council area and sits 28km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 7,905 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $450/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 13% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$450/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
7,905

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Melbourne
28 km
Households renting
13%
Separate houses
89%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
31%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Knox

Renting in Rowville - North

Rowville - North is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $450/week, around 24% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 81% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (89%) 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 28km from Melbourne, with a population of around 7,905 and a median age of 41. 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 Rowville - North?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Rowville - North, VIC was $450. 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 Rowville - North rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Rowville - North came in at $450 — 24% above. Rowville - North sits 28km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 89% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Rowville - North have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Rowville - North's $450/week (ABS 2021): Eltham, Chirnside Park, Ivanhoe. On the higher end, you've got Fitzroy, Ivanhoe East - Eaglemont, Donvale - Park Orchards. 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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