Ringwood East
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ringwood East, VIC 3135.
About Ringwood East
Welcome to Ringwood East
Ringwood East sits in Melbourne's outer eastern suburbs, roughly 27 kilometres from the CBD, tucked between the busier commercial hub of Ringwood and the leafier, more residential pockets of Heathmont and Warranwood. It's a suburb that trades on quiet, established streets and easy access to the Dandenong Ranges foothills, without losing the convenience of a major shopping and transport centre next door.
With a population of 10,764 and a median age of 38, Ringwood East attracts a steady mix of young families, upsizers and long-term locals. It suits buyers who want a family-friendly feel and period or mid-century housing stock, but still want to be a short drive or train ride from everything Ringwood proper has to offer.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Ringwood East tends to revolve around its small, unpretentious local strip near the station, along with easy spillover into Ringwood's larger retail and hospitality scene just a few minutes away. It's not a suburb built around a buzzing café culture of its own, but that's part of the appeal for residents who prefer a calmer home base with cafes, bakeries and takeaway options close at hand, while still being able to head into Ringwood or Heathmont for a bigger night out.
Shopping
Ringwood East has its own small village shopping strip around the train station, useful for day-to-day errands, but the big draw is Eastland Shopping Centre in neighbouring Ringwood, one of the eastern suburbs' major retail destinations with full-line supermarkets, fashion, dining and entertainment. Bayswater North and Croydon South add further local options for those who prefer smaller strip shopping over big centres.
Getting around
Ringwood East station, on the Belgrave line, gives residents a direct run into the city and connects through to Ringwood station for Lilydale line services and V/Line trains further east. Bus routes link the suburb to Ringwood, Heathmont and surrounding areas, while road travel is straightforward via Maroondah Highway and the nearby Eastlink and Eastern Freeway corridors for those commuting by car.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Eastwood Primary School and Tinternvale Primary School both in the immediate area, and the well-regarded Tintern Grammar offering independent schooling from early years through to senior secondary. Avenues Education's Eastern Metropolitan campus adds another option nearby, making Ringwood East a practical base for families wanting a range of schooling choices without a long commute.
Housing & architecture
The suburb's housing stock leans heavily towards standalone houses, which make up 55% of current listings, spanning post-war brick homes through to more recent builds on the area's generous, tree-lined blocks. Townhouses account for 19% of listings and apartments or units a further 25%, giving buyers and renters a reasonable spread of options, from low-maintenance living to larger family homes, with only a sliver of vacant land (1%) still available.
The property market
Ringwood East's median house price currently sits at $943,000, with units and apartments considerably more affordable at a median of $680,000. House prices have shown modest recent growth of 0.9%, suggesting a market that's holding steady rather than moving sharply in either direction. Median rent across the suburb is $640 per week, reflecting solid ongoing demand from tenants drawn to the area's transport links and family-friendly reputation. Compared with Ringwood itself, and pricier pockets like Warranwood, Ringwood East offers a relatively accessible entry point into the outer-eastern market without straying far from the region's key amenities.
Market snapshot
Ringwood East property market
Median sale price
$943k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$640
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$754k
Median
$943k
Premium
$1.31m
Days on market
23
Auction clearance
60%
Sold this year
91
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ringwood East by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ringwood East, VIC 3135.
Population
10,764
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,817
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$2,051
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ringwood East
Government school catchment
Avenues Education - Eastern Metropolitan
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Ringwood East
$945k
2/2 Bondi Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
8A Hill Street
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
10/9-11 Mines Road
Sold ~July 2026
$510k
3/30 Mount Dandenong Road
Sold ~July 2026
$840k
17 Eastfield Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.29m
12 Rotherwood Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.33m
5 Velma Grove
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
9 Wood Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
Explore the area
Properties & amenities in Ringwood East
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Price map around Ringwood East
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Common questions
Ringwood East suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ringwood East?
The median house price in Ringwood East, VIC is $943k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 0.9%.
How much is rent in Ringwood East?
The median weekly rent in Ringwood East is around $640 per week.
Is Ringwood East a good place to live?
Ringwood East is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 26 kilometres (16 mi) east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Maroondah local government area. Ringwood East is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 10,764 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Ringwood East?
Ringwood East has a population of 10,764 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Ringwood East?
There are 4 schools in or near Ringwood East, including Tintern Grammar, Eastwood Primary School and Tinternvale Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Ringwood East?
Properties in Ringwood East take around 23 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 60%.
How much do you need to buy in Ringwood East?
Entry-level properties in Ringwood East start around $754k, while premium homes reach $1.31m.
What suburbs are near Ringwood East?
Suburbs near Ringwood East include Croydon South, Ringwood, Heathmont, Warranwood and Bayswater North.
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