Kinglake, VIC 3329
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $306/wk Median
- 5.2% Renters
Kinglake Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.2k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $306
- To the CBD
- 49.6km
- Walkability
- 4.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Kinglake Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Kinglake is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 4,204 residents, a smaller but steady 5.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $306 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Kinglake
Kinglake Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Kinglake Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Kinglake
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kinglake
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kinglake.
What's the community like in Kinglake?
Locals describe Kinglake as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 4,204, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Kinglake?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Kinglake is $306. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $306 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Kinglake from the Melbourne CBD?
Kinglake is approximately 54km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Kinglake walkable?
Kinglake carries a walkability score of 4.8/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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