Langwarrin
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Langwarrin, VIC 3910.
About Langwarrin
Welcome to Langwarrin
Langwarrin sits on Melbourne's south-eastern fringe, on the Mornington Peninsula's doorstep, roughly 45 kilometres from the CBD and just inland from Frankston. It's a suburb that has grown from bushland acreages into a substantial residential area while keeping a surprising amount of green space, bushland reserves and a semi-rural feel in its pockets.
With a population of 23,588 and a median age of 38, Langwarrin appeals strongly to families and those upgrading from smaller Frankston-area homes who want more land and a quieter, leafier setting without leaving the region altogether. It sits alongside Baxter, Langwarrin South, Frankston North and Frankston South, giving residents easy access to the broader Frankston catchment of shops, schools and the beach while enjoying a distinctly more spacious, established-suburban character at home.
Lifestyle & dining
Langwarrin's day-to-day life revolves around its local shopping centres, cafes and the easy trip into Frankston for a bigger night out or a beachside stroll along the bay. It's not a suburb built around a glamorous main street, and that's part of its appeal — life here tends to be about backyard space, weekend sport and quick access to the Peninsula's wineries and coastline rather than café culture on the doorstep.
For those who want more, Frankston South and Frankston proper are only minutes away, bringing esplanade dining, the pier and Port Phillip Bay into easy reach, while the drive down the Peninsula opens up Red Hill and Mornington's food and wine scene on weekends.
Parks & recreation
One of Langwarrin's defining features is its bushland. The Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve is a genuine drawcard, offering walking trails through native scrub that's a reminder of what this whole area looked like before suburban development arrived. Add to that numerous local parks, sporting ovals and reserves scattered through the suburb, and there's a strong outdoor, semi-rural flavour that residents clearly value.
This is a suburb where larger blocks are still common, and many properties back onto reserve land or have room for pools, sheds and trampolines — a point of difference from the tighter subdivisions closer to the bay.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Langwarrin Primary School and Langwarrin Park Primary School both serving the immediate area, alongside Woodlands Primary School and the Catholic St Jude's School. For secondary options, Elisabeth Murdoch College is a well-regarded local choice, meaning many families can cover schooling from prep through to year 12 without leaving the suburb or its immediate surrounds.
The median age of 38 points to a community solidly in family-raising years, and the mix of established homes, parks and schools supports that profile — this is a place people tend to settle into rather than pass through quickly.
Getting around
Langwarrin doesn't have its own train station, so residents typically drive to Frankston station for access to the Frankston line into the city, or rely on the road network via the Peninsula Link and Frankston-Dandenong Road for commuting and connections further afield. Bus routes link the suburb to Frankston's transport hub and shopping precinct.
For most households, a car is the practical choice given the suburb's spread-out, semi-rural layout, though the proximity to Frankston keeps train access, and everything that comes with a major regional centre, within a short drive.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Langwarrin is dominated by detached homes, which make up 65% of current listings, reflecting the suburb's larger blocks and family-home character. Townhouses account for 11% and apartments or units 18%, giving some variety for downsizers or first-home buyers, while a modest 6% share of vacant land listings points to some remaining opportunities for those wanting to build.
Architecturally it's a mix of decades — from older brick-veneer homes on generous blocks to newer family-sized builds in more recently developed pockets — rather than a suburb defined by one particular era or style.
The property market
Langwarrin's median house price currently sits at $980k, with units and townhouses offering a notably more accessible entry point at a median of $713k. House values have grown by 10.1% recently, a strong result that reflects buyer appetite for the suburb's space, bushland setting and family-friendly infrastructure.
Median weekly rent of $750 suggests solid demand from tenants too, likely drawn by the same factors as owner-occupiers — proximity to Frankston's services and the beach, decent schools, and more room to move than closer-in bayside suburbs offer at a similar price point.
Market snapshot
Langwarrin property market
Median sale price
$980k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$750
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$812k
Median
$980k
Premium
$1.49m
Days on market
12
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
156
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +0.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Langwarrin by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Langwarrin, VIC 3910.
Population
23,588
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,919
median, per week
Median rent
$365
per week
Median mortgage
$1,863
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Langwarrin
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Langwarrin
$895k
48/55A Warrandyte Road
Sold ~July 2026
$960k
19 John Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.38m
431 North Road
Sold ~July 2026
$540k
4/51-53 Cranbourne-Frankston Road
Sold ~July 2026
$599k
9/281 Cranbourne-Frankston Road
Sold ~July 2026
$945k
11 Maple Street
Sold ~July 2026
$840k
125 Centre Road
Sold ~July 2026
$735k
1/26 Cedar Street
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
Langwarrin suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Langwarrin?
The median house price in Langwarrin, VIC is $980k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.1%.
How much is rent in Langwarrin?
The median weekly rent in Langwarrin is around $750 per week.
Is Langwarrin a good place to live?
Langwarrin is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 42 km (26 mi) south-east of Melbourne's central business district, located within the City of Frankston local government area. Langwarrin is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 23,588 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Langwarrin?
Langwarrin has a population of 23,588 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Langwarrin?
There are 5 schools in or near Langwarrin, including Langwarrin Park Primary School, Langwarrin Primary School and St Jude's School.
How long do homes take to sell in Langwarrin?
Properties in Langwarrin take around 12 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Langwarrin?
Entry-level properties in Langwarrin start around $812k, while premium homes reach $1.49m.
What suburbs are near Langwarrin?
Suburbs near Langwarrin include Frankston, Baxter, Langwarrin South, Frankston North and Frankston South.
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