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Abbotsford vs Malvern East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Abbotsford and Malvern East.
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Abbotsford and Malvern 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 $2,115,000 in Malvern East. Abbotsford's median unit price sits at $513,000, compared with $605,000 in Malvern East. Abbotsford recorded annual house-price growth of 8.4%, while Malvern East's figure declined by 4% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 24 days in Abbotsford and 25 days in Malvern East. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Abbotsford and Malvern East, 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 Malvern East.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Malvern East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.43M | $2.13M |
| Median unit price | $529,750 | $655,000 |
| Annual house price change | +9.58% | -5.33% |
| Median days on market | 24 days | 25 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Abbotsford and Malvern East.
- Abbotsford
- Malvern East
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Abbotsford and Malvern East.
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.
Malvern East
Malvern East offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Ardrie 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
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Abbotsford and Malvern East.
Abbotsford
Malvern East
Lloyd Street Primary School
Government
6 Lloyd St, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
The Currajong School
Independent
90 Darling Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
St Mary'S School
Catholic
87 Manning Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
Malvern Valley Primary School
Government
1A Abbotsford Ave, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
Malvern Primary School
Government
17 Tooronga Rd, Malvern East VIC 3144, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Abbotsford and Malvern East.
Both Abbotsford and Malvern 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. Malvern East is served by East Malvern and Darling stations on the Sandringham, Glen Waverley, Cranbourne and Frankston lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Dandenong Road — city. While both suburbs are well connected, Abbotsford is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Malvern East offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Abbotsford | Malvern East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Victoria Park | East Malvern |
| Major trams | 12, 109 | 5, 3, 64 |
| 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 Malvern East sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Malvern East lists 5 nearby schools compared with 2 in Abbotsford under the same search rules. Transport pages for Abbotsford and Malvern East 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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