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Balwyn vs Windsor
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Windsor.
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Balwyn and Windsor 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 $1,560,000 in Windsor. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $775,000, compared with $525,000 in Windsor. Balwyn recorded an annual house-price decline of 8%, while Windsor's figure rose by 7.6% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Balwyn and 27 days in Windsor. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Windsor and Balwyn, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. 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 Windsor.
| Metric | Balwyn | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.67M | $1.56M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $537,500 |
| Annual house price change | -7.10% | +7.59% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 28 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Windsor.
- Balwyn
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Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Windsor.
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.
Windsor
Windsor 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 Windsor.
Both Windsor and Balwyn provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Windsor offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Windsor and Prahran stations, supported by frequent tram services along High Street — Glen Iris to CBD via Prahran and Chapel Street — Richmond. Balwyn is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Windsor is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Balwyn offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Balwyn | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Windsor |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Sandringham |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 6, 78, 12 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Windsor may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn 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. Balwyn lists 3 nearby schools compared with 2 in Windsor under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn and Windsor 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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