Melbourne
Balwyn vs Malvern
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Malvern.
Explore each suburb
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Balwyn and Malvern comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Balwyn and Malvern.
| Metric | Balwyn | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.69M | $2.72M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $675,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.27% | +0.93% |
| Median days on market | 30 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Malvern.
- Balwyn
- Malvern
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Malvern.
Balwyn
The current median house price sits around $2.69M, with annual movement that has softened compared with the prior year. Even so, comparable sales on the same street can sit well above or below that line depending on period detail, land and condition.
Malvern
The current median house price sits around $2.72M, with annual movement that has trended upward. Even so, comparable sales on the same street can sit well above or below that line depending on period detail, land and condition.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Balwyn and Malvern.
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn and Malvern.
| Feature | Balwyn | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Malvern |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Cranbourne, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 6, 5, 16, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
| Road access | Doncaster Road and Balwyn Road | Monash Freeway (M1) approaches lie to the south-east for arterial driving. |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Current properties for sale
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