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Camberwell vs Kew East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Camberwell and Kew East.
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Camberwell and Kew East comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Camberwell's median house price at $2,385,500, compared with $2,175,000 in Kew East. Camberwell's median unit price sits at $800,000, compared with $845,000 in Kew East. Camberwell recorded an annual house-price decline of 2.6%, while Kew East's figure declined by 5.4% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Camberwell and 27 days in Kew East. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Camberwell recording the higher headline median on the latest snapshot. 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 Camberwell and Kew East.
| Metric | Camberwell | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.40M | $2.17M |
| Median unit price | $900,000 | $1,002,000 |
| Annual house price change | -9.50% | -5.43% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
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- Camberwell
- Kew East
Lifestyle comparison
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Camberwell
Camberwell 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 Markham 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.
Kew East
Kew East offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Willsmere 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.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
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Both Camberwell and Kew East provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Camberwell is served by Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road. Kew East is served by East Camberwell and Canterbury stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Camberwell and Kew East offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Camberwell | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Camberwell | East Camberwell |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley |
| Major trams | 72, 70, 75 | 48, 109 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Kew East may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Camberwell sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Camberwell may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix, while Kew East may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Camberwell and Kew East 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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