Yarraville, VIC 3491
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $462/wk Median
- 33.2% Renters
Yarraville Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.5k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $462
- To the CBD
- 7.3km
- Walkability
- 9.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Yarraville Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Yarraville is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 15,463 residents, a solid minority 33.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $462 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Yarraville
Yarraville Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Yarraville Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Yarraville
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Yarraville
Real questions renters ask before moving to Yarraville.
How far is Yarraville from the Melbourne CBD?
Yarraville is approximately 7km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 17-32 minutes.
Is Yarraville walkable?
Yarraville carries a walkability score of 9.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Yarraville family-friendly for renters?
Yarraville has around 8 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $462/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
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