Renting Costs
Renting Costs 2022
Here’s what you can expect to pay for rental properties or rooms in Melbourne. Keep in mind that when renting entire properties, these don’t include costs for electricity, gas, water, phone or internet.
In Rooming Houses and some shared houses, the utilities should be included in the rent.
For all preferred accommodation please go to Monash University Preferred Student Accommodation.
In addition to rent, you’ll typically also need to pay a refundable bond upfront, usually equivalent to 2, 4 or 6 weeks rent.
The costs outlined below are approximate weekly costs in Australian Dollars (AU$).
| Rental comparisons 2022 | Shared accommodation | Studio/1 bedroom apartments | 2 bedroom apartments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caulfield | $170 - 250 | $250 - 350 | $350 - 475 |
| Clayton | $160 - 250 | $225 - 325 | $325 - 450 |
| Central Business District | $180 - 290 | $295 - 350 | $350 - 500 |
| Gippsland | $150 - 185 | $150 - 200 | $220 - 300 |
| Parkville | $180 - 300 | $275 - 375 | $380 - 500 |
| Peninsula | $170 - 240 | $250 - 320 | $320 - 450 |
Renting Tips and advice
Check out our helpful guides to make sure that you get the most out of your experience.
Real Estate Agents
For a list of some of the local real estate agents located close to each of our campuses, click here.