Carnegie, VIC 3516
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $395/wk Median
- 42.5% Renters
Carnegie Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 18.5k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $395
- To the CBD
- 12km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Carnegie Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Carnegie for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 42.5% of the suburb's 18,534 residents rent.
Around Carnegie
Carnegie Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Carnegie Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Carnegie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Carnegie
Real questions renters ask before moving to Carnegie.
What's the community like in Carnegie?
Locals describe Carnegie as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 18,534, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Carnegie a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Carnegie has a 42.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Carnegie walkable?
Carnegie carries a walkability score of 8.9/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Carnegie from the Melbourne CBD?
Carnegie is approximately 12km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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