Emerald - Cockatoo, VIC 3380
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $370/wk Median
- 7.4% Renters
Emerald - Cockatoo Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 18.6k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $370
- To the CBD
- 50.2km
- Walkability
- 4.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Emerald - Cockatoo Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Emerald - Cockatoo for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 7.4% of the suburb's 18,633 residents rent.
Around Emerald - Cockatoo
Emerald - Cockatoo Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Emerald - Cockatoo Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Emerald - Cockatoo
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Emerald - Cockatoo
Real questions renters ask before moving to Emerald - Cockatoo.
How much does it cost to rent in Emerald - Cockatoo?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Emerald - Cockatoo is $370. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $370 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Emerald - Cockatoo?
Emerald - Cockatoo has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 18,633, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How far is Emerald - Cockatoo from the Melbourne CBD?
Emerald - Cockatoo is approximately 55km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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