What each type of home costs
| Home | Median rent | On $60k | On $80k | On $100k | Salary for rent under 30% of pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All homes | $550 | 57% | 45% | 37% | $96,000 |
| 1-bedroom unit | $395 | 41% | 32% | 27% | $69,000 |
| 2-bedroom unit | $500 | 52% | 41% | 34% | $87,000 |
| 3-bedroom house | $600 | 62% | 49% | 40% | $104,000 |
A common guide is that rent above 30% of your gross income is "rental stress". In Greater Dandenong, keeping the median rent under that line takes a salary of about $96,000, or a combined household income of that much if you rent with someone.
Nearby areas in Greater Melbourne
| Area | Median rent | On $80k |
|---|---|---|
| Whittlesea | $540 | 44% |
| Hume | $525 | 43% |
| Moonee Valley | $575 | 47% |
| Cardinia | $575 | 47% |
| Banyule | $580 | 47% |
| Maribyrnong | $585 | 48% |
| Darebin | $590 | 48% |
| Hobsons Bay | $590 | 48% |
| Frankston | $590 | 48% |
| Merri-bek | $595 | 48% |
Cheaper nearby: Whittlesea ($540), Hume ($525).
Based on 852 new leases in Greater Dandenong in the June quarter 2026.
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Rent data: Homes Victoria, Rental Report: quarterly median rents by local government area (June quarter 2026), CC BY 4.0 (DataVic), Homes Victoria (source). Median weekly rent for new leases. Take-home pay is our calculation with the ATO's 2026–27 withholding formulas.