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Prahran vs Toorak
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Prahran and Toorak.
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Prahran and Toorak comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Prahran's median house price at $1,637,500, compared with $4,675,000 in Toorak. Prahran's median unit price sits at $487,500, compared with $860,000 in Toorak. Prahran recorded annual house-price growth of 0.4%, while Toorak's figure declined by 33.1% over the matching period. Prahran recorded a shorter median selling period of 26 days, compared with 41 days in Toorak. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Prahran and Toorak, 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.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Prahran and Toorak.
| Metric | Prahran | Toorak |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.64M | $4.67M |
| Median unit price | $490,000 | $921,000 |
| Annual house price change | -1.24% | -23.49% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 28 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Prahran and Toorak.
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Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Prahran and Toorak.
Prahran
Prahran offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Prahran Square 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.
Toorak
Toorak 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 Brookville Gardens 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.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Prahran and Toorak.
Both Prahran and Toorak 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. Toorak is served by Toorak and Hawksburn stations on the Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Toorak Road — West Coburg. While both suburbs are well connected, Prahran is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Toorak offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Prahran | Toorak |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Prahran | Toorak |
| Train lines | Frankston and Sandringham | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham |
| Major trams | 6, 72, 78 | 58, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
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 Toorak 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 Prahran and Toorak 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 Prahran and Toorak. 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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