Southbank - East, VIC 3715
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $408/wk Median
- 68.6% Renters
Southbank - East Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16.1k
- Median age
- 31
- Median weekly rent
- $408
- To the CBD
- 1.4km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Southbank - East Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Southbank - East for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 68.6% of the suburb's 16,101 residents rent.
Around Southbank - East
Southbank - East Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Southbank - East Green
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 Southbank - East
Real questions renters ask before moving to Southbank - East.
Is Southbank - East a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Southbank - East has a 68.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Southbank - East?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Southbank - East is $408. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $408 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Southbank - East family-friendly for renters?
Southbank - East has around 9 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $408/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
What's the community like in Southbank - East?
Southbank - East has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 16,101, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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