The Melbourne suburbs where rents have risen the most
Melbourne's median weekly house rents have reached a record high of $600, with some suburbs experiencing double-digit annual growth. The rising costs and low availability are forcing some prospective renters to consider purchasing homes instead.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing housing affordability crisis in major Australian cities, impacting the lifestyle and financial decisions of young families.
Property News Victoria residential property The Melbourne suburbs where rents have risen the most Wes Mountain July 11, 2026 — 5:00am
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Share A A A Harley Honeyman wants to rent in the Dandenong Ranges. But competition is so tough, and the number of appropriate houses so limited, he is looking at buying instead.
The 31-year-old music industry professional and wife Romi have found that when houses do come up, the rent is often disproportionately expensive for what they would get in a suburb only a few kilometres away.
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