Reservoir - South West, VIC 3370
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $361/wk Median
- 40.5% Renters
Reservoir - South West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.1k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $361
- To the CBD
- 11km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Reservoir - South West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Reservoir - South West is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 14,090 residents, a substantial 40.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $361 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Reservoir - South West
Reservoir - South West Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Reservoir - South West Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Reservoir - South West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Reservoir - South West.
Is Reservoir - South West family-friendly for renters?
Reservoir - South West has around 8 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $361/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
What's the community like in Reservoir - South West?
Locals describe Reservoir - South West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 14,090, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Reservoir - South West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Reservoir - South West has a 40.5% 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.
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