Ararat, VIC 3438
Room to breathe, on Victoria's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $250/wk Median
- 26.3% Renters
Ararat Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.5k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 185km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Ararat Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Ararat is a regular choice in regional Victoria. It's a close-knit community of 8,500 people, 26.3% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $250.
Around Ararat
Ararat Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Ararat Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Ararat
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ararat
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ararat.
Is Ararat a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Ararat has a 26.3% 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.
What's the community like in Ararat?
Locals describe Ararat as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 8,500, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Ararat walkable?
Ararat carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Ararat family-friendly for renters?
Ararat has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $250/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional VIC.
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