What each type of home costs
| Home | Median rent | On $60k | On $80k | On $100k | Salary for rent under 30% of pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All homes | $620 | 64% | 51% | 42% | $108,000 |
| 1-bedroom unit | $450 | 47% | 37% | 30% | $78,000 |
| 2-bedroom unit | $570 | 59% | 46% | 38% | $99,000 |
| 3-bedroom house | $720 | 74% | 59% | 48% | $125,000 |
A common guide is that rent above 30% of your gross income is "rental stress". In Kingston, keeping the median rent under that line takes a salary of about $108,000, or a combined household income of that much if you rent with someone.
Nearby areas in Greater Melbourne
| Area | Median rent | On $80k |
|---|---|---|
| Yarra Ranges | $620 | 51% |
| Knox | $630 | 51% |
| Nillumbik | $600 | 49% |
| Maroondah | $600 | 49% |
| Glen Eira | $640 | 52% |
| Merri-bek | $595 | 48% |
| Casey | $595 | 48% |
| Darebin | $590 | 48% |
| Hobsons Bay | $590 | 48% |
| Boroondara | $650 | 53% |
Cheaper nearby: Nillumbik ($600), Maroondah ($600), Merri-bek ($595).
Based on 784 new leases in Kingston 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.