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Abbotsford vs Kew East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Abbotsford and Kew East.
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Abbotsford and Kew East 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 $2,175,000 in Kew East. Abbotsford's median unit price sits at $513,000, compared with $845,000 in Kew East. Abbotsford recorded annual house-price growth of 8.4%, while Kew East's figure declined by 5.4% over the matching period. Abbotsford recorded a shorter median selling period of 24 days, compared with 27 days in Kew East. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Abbotsford and Kew East, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context.
Side-by-side market snapshot
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| Metric | Abbotsford | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.43M | $2.17M |
| Median unit price | $529,750 | $1,002,000 |
| Annual house price change | +9.58% | -5.43% |
| Median days on market | 24 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
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Lifestyle comparison
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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.
Kew East
Kew East offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Willsmere Park 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
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Both Abbotsford and Kew East 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. Kew East is served by East Camberwell and Canterbury stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Abbotsford is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Kew East offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Abbotsford | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Victoria Park | East Camberwell |
| Major trams | 12, 109 | 48, 109 |
| 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 Kew East 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 Kew East may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Abbotsford and Kew East cover train, tram and bus and road connections. The better fit depends on buyer priorities, so compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings for Abbotsford and Kew East.
Current properties for sale
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