Mont Albert
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Mont Albert, VIC 3127.
About Mont Albert
Welcome to Mont Albert
Mont Albert sits in Melbourne's inner-east, about 13 kilometres from the CBD, sandwiched between Box Hill and Surrey Hills. It's a suburb built on early twentieth-century prosperity, with tree-lined streets, established gardens and a housing stock that still shows off its Federation and Edwardian roots.
These days it suits families and professionals who want the calm of a leafy, established neighbourhood with the practical bonus of Box Hill's shops, hospital and transport interchange right on the doorstep. It's a quieter, more residential alternative to its bigger neighbour, while still sharing many of the same conveniences.
Lifestyle & dining
Mont Albert itself is low-key and largely residential, with its everyday character shaped by wide nature-strip streets and older-style homes rather than a bustling café strip of its own. For dining out, cafes, restaurants and bars, residents tend to head into neighbouring Box Hill, which has one of the east's most diverse and extensive food scenes, from Cantonese yum cha and Vietnamese noodle houses to modern cafes, or across to Surrey Hills' village shops for a more relaxed brunch scene.
Shopping
Box Hill's major retail precinct, anchored by Box Hill Central, is within easy reach and covers everything from a full-line supermarket and department stores to speciality grocers and a lively Asian grocery and dining scene. Surrey Hills village and Balwyn's shopping strips add further options nearby, giving Mont Albert residents a good spread of choices without needing a car for every errand.
Getting around
Mont Albert has its own railway station on the Belgrave/Lilydale line, making it a straightforward run into the city for commuters, with Box Hill station one stop further out offering additional express services and bus connections. Trams and buses through neighbouring Box Hill and Surrey Hills add further options, and the suburb's position close to Whitehorse Road and the EastLink/Eastern Freeway corridor makes driving into the city or out to the outer east relatively simple too.
Schools & families
Mont Albert Primary School serves the local area and is a drawcard for families settling in the suburb, with several other well-regarded primary and secondary options available in Box Hill, Balwyn and Surrey Hills. With a median age of 42 and a population of just under 5,000, the suburb has an established, family-oriented feel, though its proximity to Box Hill's amenities also attracts downsizers and professionals.
Housing & architecture
The suburb is known for its Federation and Edwardian-era homes, many on generous blocks, alongside a growing number of townhouses and apartment developments that reflect its unit-friendly zoning near Box Hill. Current listings show a fairly even split between established houses (38%) and apartments or units (44%), with townhouses making up 15% and a small proportion of vacant land, giving buyers a genuine mix of period charm and newer, lower-maintenance options.
The property market
Mont Albert's median house price sits at $2.17 million, reflecting its established housing stock and proximity to the city, while units and apartments have a median of $740,000, offering a considerably more accessible entry point into the suburb. Median rent across the suburb is $1,050 per week. House prices have pulled back recently, down 10.3%, a correction worth factoring in for anyone comparing Mont Albert with neighbouring Box Hill, Balwyn or Surrey Hills, where similar dynamics are playing out across Melbourne's inner-east.
Market snapshot
Mont Albert property market
Median sale price
$2.17m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,050
per week
Gross rental yield
2.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.58m
Median
$2.17m
Premium
$3.40m
Days on market
47
Auction clearance
65%
Sold this year
29
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -2.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Mont Albert by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Mont Albert, VIC 3127.
Population
4,948
residents (2021)
Median age
42
years
Household income
$2,324
median, per week
Median rent
$451
per week
Median mortgage
$2,500
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Mont Albert
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Mont Albert
$885k
1/322 Mont Albert Road
Sold ~July 2026
$609k
2/6 Leopold Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$1.70m
11 Kinloch Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.30m
1/362 Mont Albert Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.50m
2 Grace Street
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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Properties & amenities in Mont Albert
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Common questions
Mont Albert suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Mont Albert?
The median house price in Mont Albert, VIC is $2.17m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 10.3%.
How much is rent in Mont Albert?
The median weekly rent in Mont Albert is around $1,050 per week.
Is Mont Albert a good place to live?
Mont Albert is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 4,948 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Mont Albert?
Mont Albert has a population of 4,948 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.
What schools are in Mont Albert?
There is 1 school in or near Mont Albert, including Mont Albert Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Mont Albert?
Properties in Mont Albert take around 47 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 65%.
How much do you need to buy in Mont Albert?
Entry-level properties in Mont Albert start around $1.58m, while premium homes reach $3.40m.
What suburbs are near Mont Albert?
Suburbs near Mont Albert include Surrey Hills, Box Hill, Mont Albert North, Box Hill North and Balwyn.
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