Edithvale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Edithvale, VIC 3196.
About Edithvale
Welcome to Edithvale
Edithvale sits in Melbourne's south-eastern bayside belt, roughly 30 kilometres from the CBD, wedged between Aspendale and Chelsea along the Frankston train line. It's a compact, low-key beach suburb where wide sandy shoreline, a wetlands reserve and quiet residential streets sit side by side, and where the pace is noticeably slower than the busier bayside pockets closer to the city.
With a population of around 6,276 and a median age of 40, Edithvale tends to appeal to families and downsizers who want beach living without the crowds of St Kilda or Brighton. It's the kind of suburb that suits people looking for a genuine seaside lifestyle, a strong sense of community, and easy access to both the coast and the train line into town.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Edithvale revolves around the beach and the foreshore, with the promenade a popular spot for morning walks, dog walking and sunset watching. The suburb doesn't have a large commercial strip of its own, so locals tend to mix and mingle in neighbouring Chelsea and Aspendale, both a short stroll or drive away, for cafes, bakeries and casual dining. It's a low-fuss, unpretentious kind of place, where a coffee on the beach or a fish and chip dinner counts as a big night out.
Shopping
For everyday shopping, Edithvale residents typically head to the Chelsea shopping strip along Nepean Highway, which covers supermarkets, specialty grocers and retail basics, or to the Aspendale and Chelsea Heights areas for further options. The suburb's own footprint is largely residential, which is part of its appeal for those wanting a quieter base close to, but not in the thick of, the retail action.
Getting around
Edithvale railway station, on the Frankston line, gives residents a direct run into Melbourne's CBD, making it a workable option for commuters who still want a beachside address. Nepean Highway runs nearby for those driving, connecting through to Chelsea, Mordialloc and on towards Frankston or the city via the Mornington Peninsula Freeway network. Being flat and compact, the suburb is also easy to navigate on foot or by bike, with the foreshore path linking through to Aspendale and Chelsea.
Schools & families
Edithvale Primary School serves the local area and is a key drawcard for families choosing to settle here, with secondary options available in surrounding suburbs such as Chelsea and Aspendale Gardens. The suburb's family-friendly character is reinforced by its beach access, wetlands reserve and generally quiet streets, making it a popular choice for households wanting space to raise children close to the water.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the beach itself, the Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands is a standout local asset, a Ramsar-listed wetland reserve valued for its birdlife and walking trails, offering a different kind of outdoor experience to the coastline. Between the foreshore, the wetlands and nearby reserves in Aspendale Gardens and Chelsea Heights, there's a good spread of green space and recreational opportunity packed into a relatively small suburb.
The property market
Edithvale's property market reflects its tightly held, beachside character. The median house price sits at $1.17 million, having risen 11.6% recently, a sign of sustained buyer interest in the area's coastal lifestyle. Units and apartments offer a more accessible entry point, with a median of $668,000, while renters can expect to pay a median of $770 per week. Current listings show a fairly even mix of dwelling types, with houses making up 40%, townhouses 31%, apartments and units 28%, and a small 1% share of vacant land, giving buyers a reasonable spread of options across price points and housing styles.
Market snapshot
Edithvale property market
Median sale price
$1.17m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$770
per week
Gross rental yield
3.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$827k
Median
$1.17m
Premium
$1.53m
Days on market
28
Auction clearance
66%
Sold this year
55
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -2.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Edithvale by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Edithvale, VIC 3196.
Population
6,276
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,101
median, per week
Median rent
$429
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Edithvale
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Edithvale
$1.15m
50 Northcliffe Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.13m
1/34 Langrigg Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
85A Keith Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.36m
32B Berry Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
8 Ivan Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$630k
2/252 Station Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
5/14 Clydebank Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.85m
43 Lochiel Avenue
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
Edithvale suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Edithvale?
The median house price in Edithvale, VIC is $1.17m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.6%.
How much is rent in Edithvale?
The median weekly rent in Edithvale is around $770 per week.
Is Edithvale a good place to live?
Edithvale is a beachside suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 28 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Kingston local government area. Edithvale is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 6,276 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Edithvale?
Edithvale has a population of 6,276 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Edithvale?
There is 1 school in or near Edithvale, including Edithvale Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Edithvale?
Properties in Edithvale take around 28 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 66%.
How much do you need to buy in Edithvale?
Entry-level properties in Edithvale start around $827k, while premium homes reach $1.53m.
What suburbs are near Edithvale?
Suburbs near Edithvale include Chelsea, Aspendale Gardens, Bangholme, Chelsea Heights and Aspendale.
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