VIC · 3186

Brighton

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Brighton, VIC 3186.

Brighton, VIC 3186

About Brighton

Welcome to Brighton

Brighton sits on the shores of Port Phillip Bay, about 11 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD, wedged between Hampton and Sandringham to the south and Brighton East and Gardenvale inland. It's one of Melbourne's most recognisable bayside addresses, known for its striped bathing boxes, leafy streets and a housing stock that ranges from grand Victorian and Edwardian villas to sleek architect-designed rebuilds.

With a population of around 23,252 and a median age of 48, Brighton skews toward established families and older residents who have often called the area home for decades. It suits those after space, good schools and bay proximity, and who have the budget to match — this is one of the pricier corners of Melbourne, and it trades on lifestyle as much as location.

Lifestyle & dining

Life in Brighton revolves around the water and the shopping strips that run off it. Church Street and Bay Street are the two main commercial spines, lined with cafes, restaurants and boutiques that cater to a clientele happy to pay for quality. On weekends, the foreshore path between Brighton and neighbouring Hampton and Sandringham fills with walkers, runners and cyclists, and the beach itself — home to the famous coloured bathing boxes — is as much a social hub as a swimming spot.

The suburb has a settled, low-key elegance rather than a party atmosphere. It's a place for long lunches, morning coffee runs and Sunday strolls, with Gardenvale and Bentleigh nearby offering additional dining and grocery options for those who like to range a little further afield.

Schools & families

Brighton's reputation as a family stronghold is built substantially on its schools. Brighton Grammar School and Firbank Grammar School (which also runs a second campus) are based in the suburb, alongside Haileybury College's separate Brighton Boys and Brighton Girls campuses and the Xavier College Billilla Annex. This concentration of well-regarded independent schools draws families from across the bayside area and underpins much of the demand for larger family homes.

With a median age of 48, the suburb also has a strong contingent of empty-nesters and older residents who moved in when their children were young and have stayed on, giving Brighton a settled, multi-generational feel rather than the churn seen in more transient suburbs.

Parks & recreation

Beyond the beach and foreshore reserves, Brighton has a good spread of local parks, sporting ovals and tennis and bowls clubs that reflect its established, sport-friendly community. The flat terrain and wide nature strips make it popular with walkers and cyclists, and the Bay Trail links residents easily to the foreshore parks of Hampton and Sandringham to the south and toward Elwood and St Kilda to the north.

Getting around

Brighton is served by the Sandringham railway line, with local stations giving residents a direct run into Flinders Street and the CBD, making it a realistic option for city commuters despite the distance. Trams and bus routes connect into neighbouring Brighton East, Gardenvale and Bentleigh, while road access via Nepean Highway makes driving to the city or further down the bay straightforward, if subject to the usual peak-hour congestion along that corridor.

Housing & architecture

The current listing mix — 42% houses, 34% apartments and units, 22% townhouses and a small 2% of land — reflects a suburb still dominated by standalone homes but with steady infill development adding density near the shopping strips and station precincts. Architecturally, Brighton is a patchwork of original Victorian and Edwardian weatherboards and villas, Californian bungalows, and a growing number of contemporary rebuilds and renovations on larger blocks, particularly in the streets closer to the water.

The property market

Brighton's median house price sits at $2.10 million, with units and apartments considerably more accessible at a median of $881,000 — a gap that highlights just how much of the suburb's value is tied up in land and standalone housing. Median weekly rent across the suburb is $1,195, underlining strong demand from tenants as well as buyers.

Recent figures show house prices have pulled back by 7.7%, a reminder that even blue-chip bayside markets move in cycles and that Brighton hasn't been immune to the broader correction affecting premium Melbourne suburbs. For buyers priced out of the house market, the unit and townhouse segments offer a comparatively affordable entry point into a suburb otherwise defined by its high price tags.

Market snapshot

Brighton property market

Median price ranks #1,779 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 53%
Type
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$2.10m

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$1,195

per week

Gross rental yield

3.0%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$1.28m

Median

$2.10m

Premium

$4.24m

Days on market

36

Auction clearance

73%

Sold this year

130

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth -3.8% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Brighton by dwelling type.

House42%
Apartment / Unit34%
Townhouse22%
Land2%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Brighton, VIC 3186.

Population

23,252

residents (2021)

Median age

48

years

Household income

$2,710

median, per week

Median rent

$600

per week

Median mortgage

$3,467

per month

Mortgage / income

30%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Brighton

Government school catchment

Brighton Beach Primary School

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Brighton Primary School

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Elsternwick Primary School

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Independent & Catholic schools

Brighton Grammar School

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Firbank Grammar School

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Firbank Grammar School - Second Campus

Private

Haileybury College - Brighton Boys

Private

Haileybury College - Brighton Girls

Private

Xavier College - Billilla Annex Campus

Catholic

Xavier College - Kostka Hall

Catholic

Recent results

Recently sold in Brighton

$2.58m

1 View Court

house4 bd · 3 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$835k

21/15-17 Cochrane Street

apartment2 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.49m

6/392-394 Bay Street

villa3 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$575k

103/211 Bay Street

apartment2 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.35m

7/23 South Road

townhouse3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.33m

307/380 Bay Street

apartment3 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$707k

110/26 Warleigh Grove

apartment2 bd · 2 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.95m

1 & 2/55 Bay Street

house4 bd · 2 ba · 4 car

Sold ~July 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

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Common questions

Brighton suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Brighton?

The median unit price in Brighton, VIC is $881k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 8.8%.

How much is rent in Brighton?

The median weekly rent in Brighton is around $700 per week.

Is Brighton a good place to live?

Brighton is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 11 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Bayside local government area. Brighton is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 23,252 and 10 schools in the area.

What is the population of Brighton?

Brighton has a population of 23,252 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 48.

What schools are in Brighton?

There are 10 schools in or near Brighton, including Brighton Grammar School, Firbank Grammar School and Firbank Grammar School - Second Campus.

How long do homes take to sell in Brighton?

Properties in Brighton take around 41 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 63%.

How much do you need to buy in Brighton?

Entry-level properties in Brighton start around $566k, while premium homes reach $2.17m.

What suburbs are near Brighton?

Suburbs near Brighton include Brighton East, Hampton, Sandringham, Gardenvale and Bentleigh.

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Properties in Brighton

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StMate est. ~$1.82m

2/100 Head Street, Brighton VIC 3186
32150 m²
Brighton real estate agencies2 months ago
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townhouse
StMate est. ~$1.35m

Light-Filled & Spacious Bayside Haven

2/349 South Road, Brighton East VIC 3187
322
Marshall White Bayside1 month ago
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$750k–$825k
apartment

Sunlit style and a prized Brighton lifestyle

3/279 New Street, Brighton VIC 3186
211
Belle Property Albert Park4 weeks ago
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townhouse
StMate est. ~$2.01m

LANDMARK CHURCH CONVERSION, UNRIVALLED LUXURY

1/17 Warriston Street, Brighton VIC 3186
432
Hodges Real Estate Sandringham1 month ago
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$4m
house

Architectural luxury with flexible living

10 Alexander Street, Brighton East VIC 3187
53359 ha
Jellis Craig Brighton1 month ago
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$1.2m–$1.3m
townhouse

Sun-Soaked Single-Level - a Stroll to It All

2/105 Roslyn Street, Brighton VIC 3186
311
Hodges Real Estate Brighton4 weeks ago
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$1.8m–$1.9m
house

A spacious and substantial two storey home that is beautifully presented in a great location close to schools and a short walk to the Train Station

1 Spink Street, Brighton VIC 3186
222223 m²
SaleByHomeOwner.com.au3 months ago
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StMate est. ~$1.27m

68 Union Street, Brighton East VIC 3187
32144 m²
Brighton East real estate agencies1 month ago
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$3.69m–$3.85m
house

North-Facing Mid-Century Privacy, Pool & Potential in One of Brighton's Most Exclusive Enclaves

4 Avonbury Court, Brighton VIC 3186
424659 m²
Follett & Co.1 month ago
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$2.20m
house

Refined Family Living with a Bespoke Edge

42 Blanche Street, Brighton East VIC 3187
432450 m²
Meridian Real Estate1 month ago
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29A Sussex Street, Brighton VIC 3186
433 ha
Hodges Real Estate Brighton1 month ago
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$1.15m–$1.25m
villa

Blue chip elegance in wrap around gardens

3/27 Seymour Grove, Brighton VIC 3186
212
Jellis Craig Brighton2 days ago
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