Airport West, VIC 3278
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $401/wk Median
- 28.0% Renters
Airport West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.2k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $401
- To the CBD
- 12.3km
- Walkability
- 7.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Airport West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Airport West for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 28.0% of the suburb's 8,173 residents rent.
Around Airport West
Airport West Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Airport West Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Airport West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Airport West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Airport West.
Is Airport West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Airport West has a 28.0% 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 Airport West walkable?
Airport West carries a walkability score of 7.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Airport West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Airport West is $401. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $401 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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