Truganina - South West, VIC 3936
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $377/wk Median
- 32.5% Renters
Truganina - South West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 19.1k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $377
- To the CBD
- 21.6km
- Walkability
- 7.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Truganina - South West 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.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Truganina - South West for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 32.5% of the suburb's 19,065 residents rent.
Around Truganina - South West
Truganina - South West Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Truganina - South West Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Truganina - South West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Truganina - South West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Truganina - South West.
How much does it cost to rent in Truganina - South West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Truganina - South West is $377. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $377 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Truganina - South West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Truganina - South West has a 32.5% 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.
How far is Truganina - South West from the Melbourne CBD?
Truganina - South West is approximately 22km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 32-47 minutes.
Is Truganina - South West family-friendly for renters?
Truganina - South West has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $377/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
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