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Mont Albert vs Prahran

Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Mont Albert and Prahran.

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Mont Albert and Prahran comparison summary

A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.

The latest comparison places Mont Albert's median house price at $2,235,000, compared with $1,637,500 in Prahran. Mont Albert's median unit price sits at $770,000, compared with $487,500 in Prahran. Mont Albert recorded an annual house-price decline of 10.2%, while Prahran's figure rose by 0.4% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 27 days in Mont Albert and 26 days in Prahran. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Prahran and Mont Albert, 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

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Comparable stats for Mont Albert and Prahran
MetricMont AlbertPrahran
Median house price$2.23M$1.64M
Median unit price$830,000$490,000
Annual house price change-10.81%-1.24%
Median days on market27 days26 days

Median sale price comparison

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Lifestyle comparison

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Mont Albert

Mont Albert offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with South Surrey 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.

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Prahran

Prahran 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.

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School comparison

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Transport comparison

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Both Prahran and Mont Albert provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Prahran offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Prahran and South Yarra stations, supported by frequent tram services along High Street and Commercial Road — Camberwell. Mont Albert is served by Mont Albert and Union stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road — CBD, Docklands and Box Hill. While both suburbs are well connected, Prahran is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Mont Albert offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

Transport features for Mont Albert and Prahran
FeatureMont AlbertPrahran
Closest stationMont AlbertPrahran
Train linesLilydale, Belgrave and AlameinFrankston and Sandringham
Major trams109, 726, 72, 78
Bus routesYesYes

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Comparison verdict

A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.

Prahran may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Mont Albert 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. Transport pages for Mont Albert and Prahran 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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