Essendon West
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Essendon West, VIC 3040.
About Essendon West
Welcome to Essendon West
Market snapshot
Essendon West property market
Median sale price
$1.57m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$945
per week
Gross rental yield
3.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.17m
Median
$1.57m
Premium
$1.94m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
56%
Sold this year
14
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +4.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Essendon West by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Essendon West, VIC 3040.
Population
1,559
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$2,338
median, per week
Median rent
$450
per week
Median mortgage
$2,682
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Essendon West
$890k
4 Garnet Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
29 Hoffmans Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.73m
18A Emerald Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Essendon West
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Every listing for sale near Essendon West, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Essendon West suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Essendon West?
The median house price in Essendon West, VIC is $1.57m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 13.3%.
How much is rent in Essendon West?
The median weekly rent in Essendon West is around $945 per week.
Is Essendon West a good place to live?
Essendon West is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 10 km (6.2 mi) north-west of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Moonee Valley local government area. Essendon West is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 1,559.
What is the population of Essendon West?
Essendon West has a population of 1,559 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
How much do you need to buy in Essendon West?
Entry-level properties in Essendon West start around $1.17m, while premium homes reach $1.94m.
What suburbs are near Essendon West?
Suburbs near Essendon West include Aberfeldie, Niddrie, Avondale Heights, Essendon North and Keilor East.
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