30 Martin Road
312
GLEN IRIS
$1,500,000
Melbourne
Glen Iris vs Kew
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Glen Iris and Kew comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Glen Iris's median house price at $2,416,000, compared with $2,350,000 in Kew. Glen Iris's median unit price sits at $679,600, compared with $678,500 in Kew. Glen Iris recorded an annual house-price decline of 14.3%, while Kew's figure declined by 11.8% over the matching period. Glen Iris recorded a shorter median selling period of 26 days, compared with 29 days in Kew. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Glen Iris marginally above Kew on the headline house median. Both suburbs recorded house-price movement in the same direction over the matching annual period.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Glen Iris and Kew.
| Metric | Glen Iris | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.43M | $2.60M |
| Median unit price | $680,000 | $819,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.99% | -7.57% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
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- Glen Iris
- Kew
Lifestyle comparison
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Glen Iris
Glen Iris 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 Chadstone Shopping Centre 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
Kew 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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Glen Iris
St Roch'S School
Catholic
5 Glenvale Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
St Cecilia'S School
Catholic
4 Van Ness Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Sacre Coeur
Catholic
172 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Camberwell South Primary School
Government
4 Peate Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Korowa Anglican Girls' School
Independent
10-16 Ranfurlie Cres, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Glen Iris Primary School
Government
170 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Kew
Ruyton Girls' School
Independent
12 Selbourne Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Genazzano Fcj College
Catholic
301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Methodist Ladies' College
Independent
207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Sacred Heart School
Catholic
116 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Xavier College
Catholic
135 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Trinity Grammar School Kew
Independent
40 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Glen Iris and Kew.
Both Glen Iris and Kew provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Glen Iris is served by Glen Iris and Gardiner stations on the Glen Waverley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Malvern Road — terminates in Glen Iris (Moreland corridor via CBD fringe). Kew is served by Auburn and Hawthorn stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Glen Iris and Kew offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Glen Iris | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Glen Iris | Auburn |
| Train lines | Glen Waverley | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 6, 72 | 109, 48 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Kew may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Glen Iris 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. Kew lists 11 nearby schools compared with 6 in Glen Iris under the same search rules. Transport pages for Glen Iris and Kew 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 Glen Iris and Kew.
Current properties for sale
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