Melbourne
South Yarra vs Windsor
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across South Yarra and Windsor.
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South Yarra 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 South Yarra's median house price at $2,130,000, compared with $1,560,000 in Windsor. South Yarra's median unit price sits at $530,000, compared with $525,000 in Windsor. South Yarra recorded annual house-price growth of 17.6%, while Windsor's figure rose by 7.6% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 28 days in South Yarra and 27 days in Windsor. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Windsor and South Yarra, 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
Compare the latest headline property figures for South Yarra and Windsor.
| Metric | South Yarra | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.13M | $1.56M |
| Median unit price | $560,000 | $537,500 |
| Annual house price change | +1.19% | +7.59% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 28 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in South Yarra and Windsor.
- South Yarra
- Windsor
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across South Yarra and Windsor.
South Yarra
South Yarra 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 Rockley 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.
Windsor
Windsor 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for South Yarra and Windsor.
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 South Yarra and Windsor.
Both South Yarra and Windsor 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. 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. While both suburbs are well connected, South Yarra and Windsor are often preferred by buyers seeking quick inner-city access, with the stronger fit depending on station and tram proximity.
| Feature | South Yarra | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | South Yarra | Windsor |
| Train lines | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley | Sandringham |
| Major trams | 58, 72, 78 | 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 South Yarra 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. South Yarra lists 6 nearby schools compared with 2 in Windsor under the same search rules. Transport pages for South Yarra and Windsor 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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