Average rent in Wantirna South, VIC2026

Wantirna South sits in the Knox local government area, 24km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 17,942 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $426/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$426/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
17,942

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Melbourne
24 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
77%
Flats / apartments
5%
Born overseas
45%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Knox

Renting in Wantirna South

Wantirna South commands one of the higher rent points in Victoria, with the typical renter paying $426/week — about 17% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Unlike inner-city renter hubs, this suburb skews owner-occupier (72% own outright or with a mortgage), and the housing stock is overwhelmingly separate houses (77%). The renter cohort is smaller but rent itself tends to be sticky — there's typically less turnover than in higher-density nearby suburbs. Population sits around 17,942, the median age is 44, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. Wantirna South is 24km from Melbourne. If you're searching here, expect longer search times and tighter inspection windows than denser markets nearby.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Wantirna South?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Wantirna South, VIC was $426. 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 Wantirna South rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Wantirna South sat at $426 — 17% above the state average. The suburb is 24km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (77% separate houses, 5% flats here).
Which suburbs near Wantirna South have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Wantirna South's $426/week (ABS 2021): Rowville - Central, Abbotsford, Knoxfield - Scoresby. On the higher end, you've got Wantirna, Fraser Rise - Plumpton, Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek. 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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