Melbourne
Balwyn vs Malvern
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Malvern.
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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.
The latest comparison places Balwyn's median house price at $2,665,000, compared with $2,765,500 in Malvern. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $775,000, compared with $647,500 in Malvern. Balwyn recorded an annual house-price decline of 8%, while Malvern's figure rose by 3.2% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Balwyn and 27 days in Malvern. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Malvern marginally above Balwyn on the headline house median. Current selling timelines remain closely aligned on the latest days-on-market figures for both suburbs.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Balwyn and Malvern.
| Metric | Balwyn | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.67M | $2.77M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $670,000 |
| Annual house price change | -7.10% | +2.62% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
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- Balwyn
- Malvern
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Malvern.
Balwyn
Balwyn offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Beckett Park 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 Balwyn and Malvern.
Both Balwyn and Malvern provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Balwyn is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. 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, Balwyn and Malvern offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| 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.
Balwyn may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Malvern sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Each suburb lists 3 nearby schools on this site using the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn and Malvern 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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