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Abbotsford vs Ashburton
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Abbotsford and Ashburton.
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Abbotsford and Ashburton comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Abbotsford's median house price at $1,430,000, compared with $1,980,000 in Ashburton. Abbotsford's median unit price sits at $513,000, compared with $965,500 in Ashburton. Abbotsford recorded annual house-price growth of 8.4%, while Ashburton's figure declined by 9.1% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 24 days in Abbotsford and 25 days in Ashburton. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Abbotsford and Ashburton, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Current selling timelines remain closely aligned on the latest days-on-market figures for both suburbs.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Abbotsford and Ashburton.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Ashburton |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.43M | $1.98M |
| Median unit price | $529,750 | $1,180,000 |
| Annual house price change | +9.58% | +0.83% |
| Median days on market | 24 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Abbotsford and Ashburton.
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Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Abbotsford and Ashburton.
Abbotsford
Abbotsford presents a mixed residential lifestyle where dining and cafés, parks and open space, everyday shopping and services and train, tram and bus and road access share prominence, with Carlton Gardens among the area's notable open spaces. The suburb supports practical day-to-day routines without leaning heavily on a single amenity type or evening economy.
Ashburton
Ashburton offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Markham Reserve among the area's notable open spaces. Everyday shopping, transport and health services remain accessible throughout the suburb, while green space provides a clear point of difference in how the suburb feels day to day.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Abbotsford and Ashburton.
Both Abbotsford and Ashburton provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Abbotsford offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Victoria Park and North Richmond stations, supported by frequent tram services along Victoria Street and Victoria Parade. Ashburton is served by Ashburton and Glen Iris stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Glen Waverley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road — Camberwell, Gardiner interchange, Brighton, University precinct. While both suburbs are well connected, Abbotsford is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Ashburton offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Abbotsford | Ashburton |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Victoria Park | Ashburton |
| Major trams | 12, 109 | 72, 75 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Abbotsford may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Ashburton sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Abbotsford may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix, while Ashburton may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Ashburton lists 3 nearby schools compared with 2 in Abbotsford under the same search rules. Transport pages for Abbotsford and Ashburton cover train, tram and bus and road connections. Current days-on-market figures are similar, so the clearer distinction may lie in pricing, housing mix and local amenities rather than selling speed.
Current properties for sale
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