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Camberwell vs Malvern
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Camberwell and Malvern.
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Camberwell 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 Camberwell's median house price at $2,385,500, compared with $2,765,500 in Malvern. Camberwell's median unit price sits at $800,000, compared with $647,500 in Malvern. Camberwell recorded an annual house-price decline of 2.6%, 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 Camberwell and 27 days in Malvern. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Camberwell and Malvern, 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 Camberwell and Malvern.
| Metric | Camberwell | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.40M | $2.77M |
| Median unit price | $900,000 | $670,000 |
| Annual house price change | -9.50% | +2.62% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
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- Camberwell
- Malvern
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Camberwell and Malvern.
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.
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
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Both Camberwell and Malvern 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. 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, Camberwell and Malvern offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Camberwell | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Camberwell | Malvern |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Cranbourne, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 72, 70, 75 | 6, 5, 16, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Camberwell 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 Camberwell 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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