Otway, VIC 3466
A small-town pace, well outside Victoria's capital and all the better for it.
- Regional lifestyle
- $285/wk Median
- 19.5% Renters
Otway Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4k
- Median age
- 52
- Median weekly rent
- $285
- To the CBD
- 153km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Otway 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.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Otway is a regional Victoria community of 4,008 residents, with 19.5% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $285 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Victoria's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Otway
Otway Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Otway Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Otway
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Otway
Real questions renters ask before moving to Otway.
Is Otway family-friendly for renters?
Otway has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $285/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional VIC.
What's the community like in Otway?
Otway has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 4,008, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Otway?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Otway is $285. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $285 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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