Castlemaine, VIC 3949
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Bendigo's centre.
- Country charm
- $310/wk Median
- 20.0% Renters
Castlemaine Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.4k
- Median age
- 50
- Median weekly rent
- $310
- To the CBD
- 28.1km
- Walkability
- 6.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Castlemaine Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Castlemaine offers a genuinely different pace from Bendigo's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $310 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 11,352, with 20.0% renting rather than owning.
Around Castlemaine
Castlemaine Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Castlemaine Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Castlemaine
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Castlemaine
Real questions renters ask before moving to Castlemaine.
Is Castlemaine family-friendly for renters?
Castlemaine has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $310/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Bendigo.
Is Castlemaine a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Castlemaine has a 20.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Castlemaine walkable?
Castlemaine carries a walkability score of 6.1/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Castlemaine?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Castlemaine is $310. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $310 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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