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in Glen Waverley, Australia?

Not entirely—mortgage interest is also "dead money" and can exceed typical rent costs. Rent provides shelter, flexibility, and freedom from maintenance, rates, and repair costs. While rent doesn't build equity, it frees up income for other investments. For many, renting makes financial sense depending on location, lifestyle needs, and how long you plan to stay.

A rental property is residential premises used to provide accommodation for producing assessable income—land or buildings occupied as a residence. The Australian Taxation Office defines it as property intended to be occupied, and capable of being occupied, as a residence for rental income purposes. Examples include houses, units, and apartments leased to tenants under formal agreements.

Based on the 30% rule, aim for around $300 per week. The 50/30/20 budget approach suggests allocating $500 for essentials (rent, food, bills), $300 for lifestyle, and $200 for savings. Tenants Victoria recommends that rent not exceed 25% of total income where possible. After accounting for other expenses, a comfortable range is $250-300 weekly.

Based on the 30% rule, aim for around $300 per week. The 50/30/20 budget approach suggests allocating $500 for essentials (rent, food, bills), $300 for lifestyle, and $200 for savings. Tenants Victoria recommends that rent not exceed 25% of total income where possible. After accounting for other expenses, a comfortable range is $250-300 weekly.

Melton in Melbourne's outer west is the cheapest suburb to rent a house in any capital city at $418 median weekly rent. Melton South follows at $426. For units, Melton South ($376) and Melton ($386) are the cheapest. Other affordable options include Harkness ($398), Bacchus Marsh ($410), and Werribee ($411).

A rental property is residential premises used to provide residential accommodation for producing assessable income—land or buildings occupied as a residence or capable of being occupied as such. Examples include houses, units, and apartments leased to tenants. The Australian Taxation Office requires the property to be genuinely available for rent to claim deductions.