The Basin, VIC 3010
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Urban convenience
- $366/wk Median
- 9.7% Renters
The Basin Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.3k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $366
- To the CBD
- 31.8km
- Walkability
- 5.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
The Basin Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
The Basin is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 4,345 residents, a smaller but steady 9.7% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $366 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around The Basin
The Basin Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
The Basin Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in The Basin
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in The Basin
Real questions renters ask before moving to The Basin.
How far is The Basin from the Melbourne CBD?
The Basin is approximately 32km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is The Basin family-friendly for renters?
The Basin has around 2 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $366/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is The Basin a good suburb for renters?
Yes. The Basin has a 9.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady 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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