Maidstone
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Maidstone, VIC 3012.
About Maidstone
Welcome to Maidstone
Maidstone sits around 8km west of the Melbourne CBD, tucked between Maribyrnong and Footscray in one of the inner west's quietly evolving pockets. It's a suburb that has long flown under the radar compared to its trendier neighbours, offering a mix of post-war weatherboards, brick veneers and a growing number of townhouses on streets that back onto the Maribyrnong River valley.
With a population of just under 9,400 and a median age of 34, Maidstone attracts a mix of young families, first-home buyers and renters drawn by relative affordability and proximity to Footscray's cafes and transport links. It suits people who want inner-west convenience without inner-west prices, and who don't mind a suburb still finding its identity rather than one already polished for postcards.
Lifestyle & dining
Maidstone itself is fairly low-key on the café and restaurant front, with much of the day-to-day action happening in neighbouring Footscray and Seddon. Footscray's Nicholson Street and Hopkins Street precincts bring an excellent spread of Vietnamese, Ethiopian and pan-Asian eateries within easy reach, while Seddon's café strip on Charles Street offers a quieter, more boutique alternative for coffee and brunch.
Locally, life tends to revolve around the Maribyrnong River corridor and the pockets of green space that wrap around the suburb's edges, giving Maidstone a more residential, settled feel than the busier strips nearby.
Getting around
Maidstone is well served by tram and bus routes connecting to Footscray, which remains the area's key public transport hub with train lines running direct to the CBD in around ten minutes. Buses run through the suburb linking residents to Highpoint Shopping Centre, Footscray station and surrounding suburbs including Braybrook and Kingsville.
Car access is straightforward too, with the suburb positioned close to the West Gate Freeway and Ballarat Road, making it a practical base for those who commute by road into the city or out towards the western suburbs and beyond.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Maidstone residents typically head to Highpoint Shopping Centre, one of Melbourne's largest retail complexes, just a short drive or bus ride away. It covers everything from major supermarkets and department stores to fashion, homewares and dining under one roof.
For something more local and low-key, Footscray's bustling market and retail strip offers fresh produce, speciality grocers and a browsing experience quite different from the mall, while Seddon's smaller strip caters to those after a slower, village-style shopping trip.
Schools & families
Families in Maidstone have access to MacKillop Specialist School's Flexible Learning Centre, which supports students with additional needs in the local area. Beyond this, most families draw on the broader network of primary and secondary schools across neighbouring Footscray, Kingsville and Braybrook, giving households a reasonable spread of options without needing to travel far.
The suburb's growing share of townhouses and units suggests it's increasingly attracting younger families and downsizers alike, adding to the demand for nearby schooling and childcare options.
The property market
Maidstone's median house price currently sits at $830,000, having posted solid growth of 7.1% recently, a sign that buyers are continuing to see value in this part of the inner west. Units and apartments offer a considerably more accessible entry point, with a median of $417,000, appealing to first-home buyers or investors after rental yield, with median rents around $650 a week.
The current listing mix, 44% houses, 35% townhouses, 19% apartments and units, and a small 2% share of land, reflects a suburb in transition, still dominated by traditional housing stock but with steady infill development adding density and variety. It's a market that offers something for a range of budgets, from renovator houses to newer townhouse builds.
History
Maidstone developed through the twentieth century as part of Melbourne's broader industrial west, with its proximity to the Maribyrnong River and major roads shaping its early growth as a residential area supporting nearby manufacturing and transport hubs. Like many suburbs bordering Footscray, it carries a working-class heritage that's gradually being reshaped by renewal and renovation.
Today, that history is still visible in the suburb's older housing stock, even as townhouse developments and young buyers bring a fresh chapter to Maidstone's ongoing story.
Market snapshot
Maidstone property market
Median sale price
$830k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
4.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$662k
Median
$830k
Premium
$1.21m
Days on market
31
Auction clearance
59%
Sold this year
105
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Maidstone by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Maidstone, VIC 3012.
Population
9,389
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$1,916
median, per week
Median rent
$381
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Maidstone
Independent & Catholic schools
MacKillop Specialist School - Flexible Learning Centre Maidstone
Recent results
Recently sold in Maidstone
$800k
11B Coleman Court
Sold ~July 2026
$730k
1/10 Greenham Street
Sold ~July 2026
$757k
3/21 Baird Street
Sold ~July 2026
$635k
39 Crefden Street
Sold ~July 2026
$912k
126 Ballarat Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.13m
75 Madden Street
Sold ~July 2026
$860k
17 Fisher Street
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
23 Deakin 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
Maidstone suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Maidstone?
The median house price in Maidstone, VIC is $830k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 7.1%.
How much is rent in Maidstone?
The median weekly rent in Maidstone is around $650 per week.
Is Maidstone a good place to live?
Maidstone is an inner suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 8 km (5.0 mi) north-west of Melbourne's Central Business District, located with the City of Maribyrnong local government area. Maidstone is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 9,389 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Maidstone?
Maidstone has a population of 9,389 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Maidstone?
There is 1 school in or near Maidstone, including MacKillop Specialist School - Flexible Learning Centre Maidstone.
How long do homes take to sell in Maidstone?
Properties in Maidstone take around 31 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 59%.
How much do you need to buy in Maidstone?
Entry-level properties in Maidstone start around $662k, while premium homes reach $1.21m.
What suburbs are near Maidstone?
Suburbs near Maidstone include Maribyrnong, Seddon, Braybrook, Kingsville and Footscray.
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