30 Martin Road
312
GLEN IRIS
$1,500,000
Melbourne
Armadale vs Glen Iris
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Armadale and Glen Iris.
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Armadale and Glen Iris comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Armadale's median house price at $2,250,000, compared with $2,416,000 in Glen Iris. Armadale's median unit price sits at $662,500, compared with $679,600 in Glen Iris. Armadale recorded an annual house-price decline of 19%, while Glen Iris's figure declined by 14.3% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 25 days in Armadale and 26 days in Glen Iris. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Glen Iris recording the higher headline median on the latest snapshot. 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 Armadale and Glen Iris.
| Metric | Armadale | Glen Iris |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.25M | $2.43M |
| Median unit price | $680,000 | $680,000 |
| Annual house price change | -19.01% | -6.99% |
| Median days on market | 25 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Armadale and Glen Iris.
- Armadale
- Glen Iris
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Armadale and Glen Iris.
Armadale
Armadale offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Hudson Square 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.
Glen Iris
Glen Iris 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 Chadstone Shopping Centre 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Armadale and Glen Iris.
Armadale
Glen Iris
St Roch'S School
Catholic
5 Glenvale Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
St Cecilia'S School
Catholic
4 Van Ness Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Sacre Coeur
Catholic
172 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Camberwell South Primary School
Government
4 Peate Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Korowa Anglican Girls' School
Independent
10-16 Ranfurlie Cres, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Glen Iris Primary School
Government
170 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Armadale and Glen Iris.
Both Armadale and Glen Iris provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Armadale offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Armadale and Malvern stations, supported by frequent tram services along High Street — Glen Iris to CBD via Prahran and St Kilda and Glenferrie Road — Kew. Glen Iris is served by Glen Iris and Gardiner stations on the Glen Waverley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Malvern Road — terminates in Glen Iris (Moreland corridor via CBD fringe). While both suburbs are well connected, Armadale is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Glen Iris offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Armadale | Glen Iris |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Armadale | Glen Iris |
| Train lines | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham | Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 6, 16 | 6, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Armadale may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Glen Iris 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. Glen Iris lists 6 nearby schools compared with 3 in Armadale under the same search rules. Transport pages for Armadale and Glen Iris 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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