Melbourne
Balwyn vs Malvern East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Malvern East.
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Balwyn and Malvern East 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 $2,639,000, compared with $1,725,000 in Malvern East. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $932,500, compared with $631,000 in Malvern East. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Malvern East and Balwyn, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Historical charts below provide further context on how house and apartment prices have moved across both suburbs. Use the side-by-side figures and charts on this page to review how each suburb compares before inspecting individual properties.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Balwyn and Malvern East.
| Metric | Balwyn | Malvern East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.69M | $2.06M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $680,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.27% | -8.44% |
| Median days on market | 30 days | 25 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Malvern East.
- Balwyn
- Malvern East
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Malvern East.
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 East
Malvern East 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 Ardrie Park 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 Balwyn and Malvern East.
Balwyn
Malvern East
Lloyd Street Primary School
Government
6 Lloyd St, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
Malvern Primary School
Government
17 Tooronga Rd, Malvern East VIC 3144, Australia
The Currajong School
Independent
90 Darling Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
Malvern Valley Primary School
Government
1A Abbotsford Ave, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
St Mary'S School
Catholic
87 Manning Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn and Malvern East.
Both Balwyn and Malvern East 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 East is served by East Malvern and Darling stations on the Sandringham, Glen Waverley, Cranbourne and Frankston lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Dandenong Road — city. While both suburbs are well connected, Balwyn and Malvern East offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Balwyn | Malvern East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | East Malvern |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Cranbourne, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 5, 3, 64 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
| Road access | Doncaster Road and Balwyn Road | Monash Freeway |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Malvern East may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Malvern East lists 5 nearby schools compared with 3 in Balwyn under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn and Malvern East 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 and Malvern East. Buyers should compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings before deciding which suburb better matches their budget and day-to-day needs.
Current properties for sale
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