Average rent in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, VIC — 2026

Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert sits in the Whitehorse local government area, 13km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 10,166 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $462/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 25% 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
10,166

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Melbourne
13 km
Households renting
25%
Separate houses
61%
Flats / apartments
12%
Born overseas
30%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Whitehorse

Renting in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert

Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $462/week, around 27% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 72% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (61%) 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 13km from Melbourne, with a population of around 10,166 and a median age of 42. 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, VIC was $462. 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert sat at $462 — 27% above the state average. The suburb is 13km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (61% separate houses, 12% flats here).
Which suburbs near Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert's $462/week (ABS 2021) include Northcote - East, Balwyn, Bulleen. Kew East, Mount Waverley - South, Hampton 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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