Average rent in Springvale South, VIC — 2026

Springvale South is part of the Greater Dandenong council area and sits 24km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 12,621 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $355/week, which is below the Victoria median of $363/week. About 27% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$355/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
12,621

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Melbourne
24 km
Households renting
27%
Separate houses
86%
Flats / apartments
3%
Born overseas
60%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Greater Dandenong

Renting in Springvale South

Springvale South runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $355/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (70% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 27% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (86%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 38 and a population around 12,621. The most common occupation is Labourers, and 60% of residents were born overseas. Springvale South is 24km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Springvale South?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Springvale South, VIC was $355. 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 South rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Springvale South came in at $355 — 2% below. Springvale South sits 24km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 86% separate houses and 3% flats).
Which suburbs near Springvale South have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Springvale South's $355/week (ABS 2021): Heidelberg West, West Footscray - Tottenham, Werribee - South. On the higher end, you've got Springvale, Reservoir - North East, Delacombe. 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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