Fitzroy North, VIC 3751
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $481/wk Median
- 48.6% Renters
Fitzroy North Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.8k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $481
- To the CBD
- 3.8km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Fitzroy North Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Fitzroy North is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,781 residents, a substantial 48.6% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $481 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Fitzroy North
Fitzroy North Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Fitzroy North Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Fitzroy North
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Fitzroy North
Real questions renters ask before moving to Fitzroy North.
How far is Fitzroy North from the Melbourne CBD?
Fitzroy North is approximately 4km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 14-29 minutes.
Is Fitzroy North a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Fitzroy North has a 48.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Fitzroy North family-friendly for renters?
Fitzroy North has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $481/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Fitzroy North walkable?
Fitzroy North carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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