Forest Hill, VIC 3699
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $396/wk Median
- 25.7% Renters
Forest Hill Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.8k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $396
- To the CBD
- 18.5km
- Walkability
- 7.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Forest Hill Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Forest Hill for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 25.7% of the suburb's 10,780 residents rent.
Around Forest Hill
Forest Hill Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Forest Hill Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Forest Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Forest Hill
Real questions renters ask before moving to Forest Hill.
What's the community like in Forest Hill?
Locals describe Forest Hill as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 10,780, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Forest Hill family-friendly for renters?
Forest Hill has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $396/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Forest Hill?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Forest Hill is $396. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $396 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Forest Hill a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Forest Hill has a 25.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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