12 Kingston Road
322
SURREY HILLS
$1,775,000
Melbourne
Kew East vs Surrey Hills
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Kew East and Surrey Hills.
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Kew East and Surrey Hills comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Kew East's median house price at $2,175,000, compared with $2,200,000 in Surrey Hills. Kew East's median unit price sits at $845,000, compared with $830,000 in Surrey Hills. Kew East recorded an annual house-price decline of 5.4%, while Surrey Hills's figure declined by 4.8% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 27 days in Kew East and 27 days in Surrey Hills. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Surrey Hills marginally above Kew East on the headline house median. 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 Kew East and Surrey Hills.
| Metric | Kew East | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.17M | $2.20M |
| Median unit price | $1,002,000 | $902,000 |
| Annual house price change | -5.43% | -3.93% |
| Median days on market | 27 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Kew East and Surrey Hills.
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Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Kew East and Surrey Hills.
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.
Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills has a strong mix of health, fitness facilities, and everyday services, supported by local shopping and transport links nearby. Parks, recreation facilities and nearby cafés contribute to an active and practical daily lifestyle without relying on a single entertainment strip.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Kew East and Surrey Hills.
Both Kew East and Surrey Hills provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. 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. Surrey Hills is served by Surrey Hills and Mont Albert stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Kew East and Surrey Hills offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Kew East | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | East Camberwell | Surrey Hills |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 48, 109 | 109, 72 |
| 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 Surrey Hills sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Kew East and Surrey Hills 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. Buyers should compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings before deciding which suburb better matches their budget and day-to-day needs.
Current properties for sale
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