Carrum Downs
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Carrum Downs, VIC 3201.
About Carrum Downs
Welcome to Carrum Downs
Carrum Downs sits in Melbourne's south-east, around 40 kilometres from the CBD in the corridor between Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula's northern edge. It's a suburb built largely from the 1980s onward, shaped around family-friendly streets, wetlands reserves and a strong retail and industrial base that gives it a fairly self-sufficient feel.
With a population of just under 22,000 and a median age of 36, it's a suburb that suits young families, first-home buyers and anyone wanting space and value without giving up easy access to the coast. Neighbouring Skye, Seaford and Frankston North give it a natural sense of place within the wider Frankston municipality, while the beaches of Seaford and Frankston are only a short drive away.
Lifestyle & dining
Carrum Downs isn't known as a dining destination in its own right, but its everyday cafes, bakeries and takeaway strips serve the practical needs of local families well, and the short run down to Seaford and Frankston opens up a much bigger choice of restaurants, pubs and waterfront dining. The suburb's lifestyle leans towards backyard living, weekend sport and easy access to green space rather than a bustling main street scene, which is exactly what draws many buyers here in the first place.
Shopping
The suburb has a solid retail and trade base, with Eden Rise Village and other local centres covering supermarkets, everyday shopping and services, plus a significant bulky goods and homemaker precinct that pulls in shoppers from across the wider Frankston area. For bigger shopping trips or a wider spread of fashion and department stores, Frankston's central shopping strip and Bayside Shopping Centre are a short drive away.
Getting around
Carrum Downs is well served by the Peninsula Link and Frankston-Dandenong Road, making it a practical base for commuters driving to Frankston, Dandenong or further into Melbourne's south-east. The suburb doesn't have its own train station, so most residents rely on bus connections into Frankston station, from where the Frankston line runs directly into the city, or drive to neighbouring Seaford or Carrum stations.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Banyan Fields Primary School, Rowellyn Park Primary School and St Joachim's School providing primary options, and Carrum Downs Secondary College covering government secondary schooling. Flinders Christian Community College's Carrum Downs Campus adds an independent option spanning multiple year levels, giving local families a reasonable spread of choices without needing to travel far.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's network of wetlands, reserves and walking trails is one of its quieter strengths, offering everyday green space for walking, cycling and letting kids and dogs run around. Sporting ovals and community facilities are dotted through the residential areas, and the nearby coast around Seaford and Frankston adds beach walks and water activities to the mix for those willing to drive a few minutes further.
The property market
Carrum Downs currently has a median house price of $785,000 and a median unit or apartment price of $650,000, with median rent sitting at $580 a week. House values have grown strongly, up 12.1% recently, reflecting solid ongoing demand for the suburb's family-sized housing stock. Current listings are dominated by houses (60%), with townhouses (19%) and apartments or units (18%) making up most of the remainder and a small share of vacant land (3%) still available for those wanting to build.
Market snapshot
Carrum Downs property market
Median sale price
$785k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$580
per week
Gross rental yield
3.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$640k
Median
$785k
Premium
$890k
Days on market
10
Auction clearance
82%
Sold this year
259
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +4.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Carrum Downs by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Carrum Downs, VIC 3201.
Population
21,976
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$1,658
median, per week
Median rent
$370
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Carrum Downs
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Flinders Christian Community College - Carrum Downs Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Carrum Downs
$775k
4 Desmond Court
Sold ~July 2026
$745k
2 Hawthorn Court
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
8/35 Brunnings Road
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
5 Fulmar Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
23 Jumbuck Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$951k
50 Brumbys Road
Sold ~July 2026
$777k
56 Szer Way
Sold ~July 2026
$550k
15/27 Brunnings Road
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
Carrum Downs suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Carrum Downs?
The median house price in Carrum Downs, VIC is $785k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.1%.
How much is rent in Carrum Downs?
The median weekly rent in Carrum Downs is around $580 per week.
Is Carrum Downs a good place to live?
Carrum Downs is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 21,976 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Carrum Downs?
Carrum Downs has a population of 21,976 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Carrum Downs?
There are 5 schools in or near Carrum Downs, including Flinders Christian Community College - Carrum Downs Campus, Banyan Fields Primary School and Rowellyn Park Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Carrum Downs?
Properties in Carrum Downs take around 10 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 82%.
How much do you need to buy in Carrum Downs?
Entry-level properties in Carrum Downs start around $640k, while premium homes reach $890k.
What suburbs are near Carrum Downs?
Suburbs near Carrum Downs include Downs, Skye, Seaberry Promenade Skye, Frankston North and Seaford.
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