Melbourne
Mont Albert vs Windsor
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Mont Albert and Windsor.
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Mont Albert and Windsor 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 $1,942,000, compared with $1,350,000 in Windsor. Mont Albert's median unit price sits at $815,000, compared with $470,000 in Windsor. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Windsor and Mont Albert, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Historical charts below provide further context on how house and apartment prices have moved across both suburbs. Use the side-by-side figures and charts on this page to review how each suburb compares before inspecting individual properties.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Mont Albert and Windsor.
| Metric | Mont Albert | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.12M | $1.56M |
| Median unit price | $825,000 | $546,000 |
| Annual house price change | -15.50% | +7.59% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Mont Albert and Windsor.
- Mont Albert
- Windsor
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Mont Albert and Windsor.
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.
Windsor
Windsor 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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Mont Albert
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Mont Albert and Windsor.
Both Windsor and Mont Albert provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Windsor offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Windsor and Prahran stations, supported by frequent tram services along High Street — Glen Iris to CBD via Prahran and Chapel Street — Richmond. 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, Windsor is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Mont Albert offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Mont Albert | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Mont Albert | Windsor |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Sandringham |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 6, 78, 12 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Windsor may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Mont Albert sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Windsor lists 2 nearby schools compared with 1 in Mont Albert under the same search rules. Transport pages for Mont Albert and Windsor 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 Mont Albert and Windsor. 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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