Oakleigh - Huntingdale, VIC 3317
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $415/wk Median
- 33.0% Renters
Oakleigh - Huntingdale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 22.9k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $415
- To the CBD
- 16.1km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 11
ABS 2021 Census
Oakleigh - Huntingdale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Oakleigh - Huntingdale for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 33.0% of the suburb's 22,928 residents rent.
Around Oakleigh - Huntingdale
Oakleigh - Huntingdale Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Oakleigh - Huntingdale Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Oakleigh - Huntingdale
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Oakleigh - Huntingdale
Real questions renters ask before moving to Oakleigh - Huntingdale.
Is Oakleigh - Huntingdale walkable?
Oakleigh - Huntingdale carries a walkability score of 8.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Oakleigh - Huntingdale family-friendly for renters?
Oakleigh - Huntingdale has around 11 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $415/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Oakleigh - Huntingdale from the Melbourne CBD?
Oakleigh - Huntingdale is approximately 16km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 26-41 minutes.
Is Oakleigh - Huntingdale a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Oakleigh - Huntingdale has a 33.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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