# Docklands vs other Melbourne submarkets

> Docklands (prime, ~A$700/sqm/yr · ≈ $42.3 PSF/yr USD) is one of 5 Melbourne Class A submarkets we track.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Docklands sits at prime tier.
- Average rent A$700/sqm/yr · ≈ $42.3 PSF/yr USD vs city average 720.
- Compared submarkets: CBD East (Collins Street) (trophy), CBD West (Spencer Street) (trophy), Southbank (prime).

## Key facts
- **city**: Melbourne
- **submarket**: Docklands
- **tier**: prime
- **averageRentLocal**: A$700/sqm/yr · ≈ $42.3 PSF/yr USD
- **cityClassARentUsd**: $43/sqft/yr
- **cityVacancyPct**: 18.4%

## FAQ
### What other submarkets compete with Docklands in Melbourne?
CBD East (Collins Street), CBD West (Spencer Street), Southbank

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/melbourne/docklands/topics/vs-other-submarkets), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.