30 Martin Road
312
GLEN IRIS
$1,500,000
Melbourne
Glen Iris vs South Yarra
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Glen Iris and South Yarra.
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Glen Iris and South Yarra 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 $2,130,000 in South Yarra. Glen Iris's median unit price sits at $679,600, compared with $530,000 in South Yarra. Glen Iris recorded an annual house-price decline of 14.3%, while South Yarra's figure rose by 17.6% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 26 days in Glen Iris and 28 days in South Yarra. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Glen Iris 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 Glen Iris and South Yarra.
| Metric | Glen Iris | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.43M | $2.13M |
| Median unit price | $680,000 | $560,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.99% | +1.19% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 29 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Glen Iris and South Yarra.
- Glen Iris
- South Yarra
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Glen Iris and South Yarra.
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.
South Yarra
South Yarra offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Rockley Gardens 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
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Glen Iris and South Yarra.
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
South Yarra
Melbourne Girls Grammar
Independent
86 Anderson St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Centre For Higher Education Studies
Government
669 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Kamaruka
Independent
52 River St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Melbourne High School
Government
Forrest Hill, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Christ Church Grammar School
Independent
677 Punt Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
South Yarra Primary School
Government
601 Punt Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Glen Iris and South Yarra.
Both South Yarra and Glen Iris provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. South Yarra offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via South Yarra and Prahran stations, supported by frequent tram services along Toorak Road — west Coburg linkage via CBD and Commercial Road. 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). While both suburbs are well connected, South Yarra is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Glen Iris offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Glen Iris | South Yarra |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Glen Iris | South Yarra |
| Train lines | Glen Waverley | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley |
| Major trams | 6, 72 | 58, 72, 78 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
South Yarra 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. Each suburb lists 6 nearby schools on this site using the same search rules. Transport pages for Glen Iris and South Yarra 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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