Boronia, VIC 3567
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $376/wk Median
- 28.2% Renters
Boronia Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 23.6k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $376
- To the CBD
- 28.8km
- Walkability
- 7
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Boronia Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
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.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Boronia is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 23,560 residents, a solid minority 28.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $376 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Boronia
Boronia Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Boronia Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Boronia
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Boronia
Real questions renters ask before moving to Boronia.
How much does it cost to rent in Boronia?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Boronia is $376. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $376 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Boronia walkable?
Boronia carries a walkability score of 7.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Boronia from the Melbourne CBD?
Boronia is approximately 29km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 39-54 minutes.
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