Ashburton (Vic.), VIC 3436
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Urban convenience
- $455/wk Median
- 25.0% Renters
Ashburton (Vic.) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $455
- To the CBD
- 11.9km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Ashburton (Vic.) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Ashburton (Vic.) is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 7,952 residents, a solid minority 25.0% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $455 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Ashburton (Vic.)
Ashburton (Vic.) Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Ashburton (Vic.) Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Ashburton (Vic.)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ashburton (Vic.)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ashburton (Vic.).
How much does it cost to rent in Ashburton (Vic.)?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Ashburton (Vic.) is $455. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $455 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Ashburton (Vic.) from the Melbourne CBD?
Ashburton (Vic.) is approximately 12km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 22-37 minutes.
Is Ashburton (Vic.) family-friendly for renters?
Ashburton (Vic.) has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $455/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Ashburton (Vic.) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Ashburton (Vic.) has a 25.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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