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Ashburton vs South Yarra
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Ashburton and South Yarra.
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Ashburton and South Yarra 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 $2,130,000 in South Yarra. Ashburton's median unit price sits at $965,500, compared with $530,000 in South Yarra. Ashburton recorded an annual house-price decline of 9.1%, while South Yarra's figure rose by 17.6% over the matching period. Ashburton recorded a shorter median selling period of 25 days, compared with 28 days in South Yarra. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with South Yarra recording the higher headline median on the latest snapshot. Historical charts below provide further context on how house and apartment prices have moved across both suburbs.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Ashburton and South Yarra.
| Metric | Ashburton | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.98M | $2.13M |
| Median unit price | $1,180,000 | $560,000 |
| Annual house price change | +0.83% | +1.19% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 29 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Ashburton and South Yarra.
- Ashburton
- South Yarra
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Ashburton and South Yarra.
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.
South Yarra
South Yarra 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 Rockley 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Ashburton and South Yarra.
Ashburton
South Yarra
Melbourne Girls Grammar
Independent
86 Anderson St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Centre For Higher Education Studies
Government
669 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Kamaruka
Independent
52 River St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Melbourne High School
Government
Forrest Hill, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Christ Church Grammar School
Independent
677 Punt Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
South Yarra Primary School
Government
601 Punt Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Ashburton and South Yarra.
Both South Yarra and Ashburton provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. South Yarra offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via South Yarra and Prahran stations, supported by frequent tram services along Toorak Road — west Coburg linkage via CBD and Commercial Road. 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. While both suburbs are well connected, South Yarra is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Ashburton offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Ashburton | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Ashburton | South Yarra |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Glen Waverley | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 72, 75 | 58, 72, 78 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
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 South Yarra 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 South Yarra may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. South Yarra lists 6 nearby schools compared with 3 in Ashburton under the same search rules. Transport pages for Ashburton and South Yarra 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 Ashburton and South Yarra.
Current properties for sale
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