Average rent in Springvale, VIC2026

Springvale sits in the Greater Dandenong local government area, 23km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 22,248 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $356/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 39% 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
22,248

ABS 2021

Median age
36
Distance to Melbourne
23 km
Households renting
39%
Separate houses
69%
Flats / apartments
9%
Born overseas
66%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Greater Dandenong

Renting in Springvale

Springvale sits close to the Victoria median, with renters typically paying $356/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $363/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 55% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 39% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (69%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 36 and a population of around 22,248. The most common occupation is Labourers, and 66% of residents were born overseas. 23km from Melbourne, Springvale is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Springvale?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Springvale, VIC was $356. 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 Springvale rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Springvale sat at $356 — 2% below the state average. The suburb is 23km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (69% separate houses, 9% flats here).
Which suburbs near Springvale have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Springvale's $356/week (ABS 2021) include Hampton Park - East, Cranbourne North - West, Springvale South. Reservoir - North East, Delacombe, Wandin - Seville 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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