Melbourne
Armadale vs Malvern
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Armadale and Malvern.
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Armadale and Malvern 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 $1,950,000, compared with $2,418,000 in Malvern. Armadale's median unit price sits at $776,500, compared with $661,000 in Malvern. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Armadale and Malvern, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Historical charts below provide further context on how house and apartment prices have moved across both suburbs. Use the side-by-side figures and charts on this page to review how each suburb compares before inspecting individual properties.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Armadale and Malvern.
| Metric | Armadale | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.26M | $2.72M |
| Median unit price | $700,000 | $675,000 |
| Annual house price change | -18.66% | +0.93% |
| Median days on market | 25 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Armadale and Malvern.
- Armadale
- Malvern
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Armadale and Malvern.
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.
Malvern
Malvern is shaped by its concentration of cafés, restaurants and evening venues, with food and drink forming a noticeable part of everyday life rather than a background convenience. Parks, trails and open space provide balance within the suburb, while train, tram and bus and road connections and everyday shopping support practical access across the area.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Armadale and Malvern.
Both Armadale and Malvern 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. Malvern is served by Malvern and Gardiner stations on the Frankston, Sandringham, Glen Waverley and Cranbourne lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Glenferrie Road — Malvern terminus to CBD via Prahran. While both suburbs are well connected, Armadale is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Malvern offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Armadale | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Armadale | Malvern |
| Train lines | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham | Cranbourne, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 6, 16 | 6, 5, 16, 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 Malvern sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Each suburb lists 3 nearby schools on this site using the same search rules. Transport pages for Armadale and Malvern 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 Armadale and Malvern. Buyers should compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings before deciding which suburb better matches their budget and day-to-day needs.
Current properties for sale
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