Why Living in Geelong is More Affordable Than Melbourne in 2025 🏡💰

With house prices in Melbourne projected to hit $980,000 by 2026, more Australians are looking for affordable alternatives—and Geelong is leading the way.

From lower housing costs to a better quality of life, here’s why Geelong offers big savings without sacrificing lifestyle.

1️⃣ Lower Housing & Rental Prices 📉🏡

🏠 Median House Prices (2025):

Melbourne: $980,000
Geelong: $767,000

💰 Median Weekly Rent (2025):

Melbourne: $570 per week
Geelong: More affordable, with rents 30% lower!

💡 That’s thousands saved per year!

2️⃣ Lower Cost of Living 💸

Living in Geelong is 12.7% cheaper than Melbourne overall, with:
✔ Rent prices 30% lower
✔ Groceries nearly 10% cheaper
✔ More affordable restaurants & transport

💡 Less money on expenses = more for savings, travel, or investments.

3️⃣ More Space, Less Stress 🌿

In Geelong, you get:
🏡 Bigger homes & backyards
🌊 Easy beach access
🚗 Less congestion & faster commutes

Plus, it’s only 55 minutes by train to Melbourne’s CBD!

4️⃣ Growing Job & Investment Opportunities 📈

Geelong is booming, with strong growth in:
✔ Healthcare & medical
✔ Education & research
✔ Government & public services
✔ Manufacturing & industry

💡 A growing economy + lower living costs = the perfect place to invest!