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Ashburton vs Mont Albert

Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Ashburton and Mont Albert.

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Ashburton and Mont Albert comparison summary

A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.

The latest comparison places Ashburton's median house price at $1,980,000, compared with $2,235,000 in Mont Albert. Ashburton's median unit price sits at $965,500, compared with $770,000 in Mont Albert. Ashburton recorded an annual house-price decline of 9.1%, while Mont Albert's figure declined by 10.2% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 25 days in Ashburton and 27 days in Mont Albert. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Mont Albert 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

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Comparable stats for Ashburton and Mont Albert
MetricAshburtonMont Albert
Median house price$1.98M$2.23M
Median unit price$1,180,000$830,000
Annual house price change+0.83%-10.81%
Median days on market26 days27 days

Median sale price comparison

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Lifestyle comparison

Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Ashburton and Mont Albert.

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.

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Mont Albert

Mont Albert has a strong mix of health, fitness facilities, and everyday services, supported by local shopping and transport links nearby. Parks, recreation facilities and nearby cafés contribute to an active and practical daily lifestyle without relying on a single entertainment strip.

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School comparison

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Transport comparison

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Both Ashburton and Mont Albert provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. 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. Mont Albert is served by Mont Albert and Union stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road — CBD, Docklands and Box Hill. While both suburbs are well connected, Ashburton and Mont Albert offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.

Transport features for Ashburton and Mont Albert
FeatureAshburtonMont Albert
Closest stationAshburtonMont Albert
Train linesLilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Glen WaverleyLilydale, Belgrave and Alamein
Major trams72, 75109, 72
Bus routesYesYes

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Comparison verdict

A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.

Ashburton may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Mont Albert sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Ashburton may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix, while Mont Albert may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Ashburton lists 3 nearby schools compared with 1 in Mont Albert under the same search rules. Transport pages for Ashburton and Mont Albert 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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