Mansfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Mansfield, VIC 3722.
About Mansfield
Welcome to Mansfield
Mansfield sits at the foot of the Victorian High Country, around 190 kilometres north-east of Melbourne via the Maroondah and Midland Highways. It's the gateway town to Mount Buller and the Delatite wine region, with the waters of Lake Eildon close by, and it has long served as the commercial and social hub for the surrounding farming and forestry country.
With a population of 5,541 and a median age of 47, Mansfield has the feel of a settled country town rather than a satellite suburb, though its ski-season crowds and weekend tourists give it a livelier edge than many towns its size. It suits families after space and a slower pace, retirees drawn to the mountain scenery, and anyone happy to trade a daily commute for four-wheel-drive tracks, trout streams and snowfields on the doorstep.
Lifestyle & dining
Mansfield's main street carries the town's identity, with cafes, pubs and produce stores that swell with visitors heading to Mount Buller in winter and to Lake Eildon for boating and fishing in the warmer months. The Delatite wine region sits right on the town's edge, and the surrounding high country draws hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders throughout the year.
It's a town that runs on a seasonal rhythm rather than a strict nine-to-five, and locals tend to know each other by name. For those who want easy access to snow, water and bush without living in a capital city, Mansfield delivers a genuine four-season lifestyle.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Mansfield Primary School and Mansfield Secondary College covering the mainstream years, and Mansfield Rudolf Steiner School offering an alternative education pathway within the town. Mansfield Autism Statewide Services also operates from the town, reflecting a broader base of specialist support services than many rural towns of this size can offer.
With a median age of 47, the town's demographic leans older than a typical suburban catchment, but the spread of schooling options and open space around the district still makes it a workable base for younger households, particularly those wanting a rural upbringing for their kids.
Getting around
Mansfield is reached via the Maroondah and Midland Highways, a drive of a little under three hours from Melbourne, and the town itself is easy to navigate on foot or by car. There's no passenger rail service, so a car is essential for daily life and for the run into Mount Buller, Lake Eildon or the larger regional centres nearby.
Coach services connect Mansfield to Melbourne and the ski season brings extra transport options up to the mountain, but outside of that, this is very much a self-drive town, and buyers should factor the road trip into their lifestyle expectations.
Parks & recreation
The drawcards here are the natural assets rather than manicured parks. Lake Eildon offers boating, water skiing and fishing a short drive from town, while Mount Buller provides skiing and snowboarding in winter and mountain biking and hiking once the snow melts. Closer to home, the Great Alpine walking trails, golf course and local sporting grounds keep residents active year-round.
For buyers who prioritise outdoor recreation over city convenience, few Victorian towns offer this breadth of options within a 30 to 60 minute radius.
The property market
Mansfield's median house price currently sits at $675,000, with recent figures showing a pullback of 7.8% in house prices, a reminder that regional lifestyle markets like this can move in cycles tied to tourism demand and broader interest rate settings. Median rent is $580 a week, which reflects steady demand from both permanent residents and those wanting a base near the mountain and lake.
Current listings are dominated by houses, at 57% of stock, with land making up a notable 38%, pointing to an active building and development pipeline for buyers wanting to create a custom home. Townhouses and apartments are scarce, at just 3% and 2% respectively, underlining Mansfield's character as a low-density, house-and-land style market rather than a unit-heavy town.
Market snapshot
Mansfield property market
Median sale price
$675k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$580
per week
Gross rental yield
4.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$547k
Median
$675k
Premium
$1.20m
Days on market
96
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
56
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Mansfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Mansfield, VIC 3722.
Population
5,541
residents (2021)
Median age
47
years
Household income
$1,356
median, per week
Median rent
$331
per week
Median mortgage
$1,603
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Mansfield
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Mansfield
$1.25m
5 Donovans Way
Sold ~July 2026
$525k
19 Ultimo Street
Sold ~July 2026
$415k
4/20 Kitchen Street
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
3 Somerset Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
302 Dead Horse Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$885k
560 Old Tolmie Road
Sold ~July 2026
$995k
9 Village Court
Sold ~June 2026
$820k
108 Loyola Drive
Sold ~June 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
Mansfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Mansfield?
The median house price in Mansfield, VIC is $675k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 7.8%.
How much is rent in Mansfield?
The median weekly rent in Mansfield is around $580 per week.
Is Mansfield a good place to live?
Mansfield is a town in the foothills of the Victorian Alps in the Australian state of Victoria. Mansfield is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 5,541 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Mansfield?
Mansfield has a population of 5,541 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 47.
What schools are in Mansfield?
There are 4 schools in or near Mansfield, including Mansfield Autism Statewide Services, Mansfield Rudolf Steiner School and Mansfield Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Mansfield?
Properties in Mansfield take around 96 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Mansfield?
Entry-level properties in Mansfield start around $547k, while premium homes reach $1.20m.
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