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Balwyn North vs South Yarra
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn North and South Yarra.
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Balwyn North 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 Balwyn North's median house price at $2,200,000, compared with $2,130,000 in South Yarra. Balwyn North's median unit price sits at $850,999, compared with $530,000 in South Yarra. Balwyn North recorded an annual house-price decline of 11.2%, while South Yarra's figure rose by 17.6% over the matching period. South Yarra recorded a shorter median selling period of 28 days, compared with 32 days in Balwyn North. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Balwyn North marginally above South Yarra on the headline house median.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Balwyn North and South Yarra.
| Metric | Balwyn North | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.26M | $2.13M |
| Median unit price | $1,110,000 | $560,000 |
| Annual house price change | -3.91% | +1.19% |
| Median days on market | 28 days | 29 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn North and South Yarra.
- Balwyn North
- South Yarra
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn North and South Yarra.
Balwyn North
Balwyn North 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 Koonung Creek Reserve 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.
South Yarra
South Yarra offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Rockley Gardens 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 Balwyn North and South Yarra.
Balwyn North
St Bridget'S School
Catholic
44 Sweyn St, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
St Bede'S School
Catholic
2 Marwal Ave, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Belle Vue Primary School
Government
20 Highview Rd, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Balwyn High School
Government
Buchanan Ave, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Greythorn Primary School
Government
124 Greythorn Rd, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Boroondara Park Primary School
Government
40 Almond St, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
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 Balwyn North and South Yarra.
Both South Yarra and Balwyn North 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. Balwyn North is served by Union and Surrey Hills stations on the Lilydale and Belgrave lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road — Port Melbourne. While both suburbs are well connected, South Yarra is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Balwyn North offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Balwyn North | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Union | South Yarra |
| Train lines | Lilydale and Belgrave | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 109, 48 | 58, 72, 78 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
South Yarra may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn North sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Balwyn North 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. Balwyn North lists 7 nearby schools compared with 6 in South Yarra under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn North 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 Balwyn North and South Yarra.
Current properties for sale
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