St Kilda West
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for St Kilda West, VIC 3182.
About St Kilda West
Welcome to St Kilda West
St Kilda West is a compact, quietly confident pocket of Melbourne's inner south, sitting between the better-known precincts of St Kilda and Middle Park, roughly 5 kilometres from the CBD. Bordered by Port Phillip Bay to the west and the lively strips of its neighbours in every other direction, it offers a coastal lifestyle with noticeably less foot traffic than the areas that surround it.
The suburb suits those who want proximity to the bay, the arts and café culture of the inner south, but prefer a slower residential pace than the main drag of St Kilda delivers. Young professionals, downsizers and established families all find a foothold here, drawn by the apartment-heavy housing stock, walkable foreshore and easy access to the city.
Lifestyle & dining
St Kilda West carries much of the lifestyle appeal of its famous neighbour without the weekend crowds. The foreshore is genuinely central to daily life here — a morning walk along the bay, a coffee on the way back, and a working day that feels a world away from the city despite the short commute. The suburb's own dining and café options are modest in number but solid in quality, with nearby spots such as Barney Allens and Vasari drawing a loyal local following.
The broader St Kilda and Elwood strips are only minutes away on foot or by tram, putting a wide range of restaurants, bars and music venues within easy reach. Windsor, to the north-east, adds another layer of independent retail and dining for residents keen to explore beyond the immediate neighbourhood.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of St Kilda West's genuine strengths. Catani Gardens runs along the foreshore and connects residents directly to the bay walking and cycling paths — a well-used corridor for joggers, cyclists and dog walkers alike. Cleve Gardens and Stenhouse Reserve offer quieter, more intimate pockets of greenery within the suburb itself, while Jacoby Reserve rounds out the local options.
The proximity to the bay means water-based recreation is part of the fabric here too. Swimming, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding are all accessible from the foreshore, and the broader Albert Park and Middle Park precincts are a short ride away for those after more expansive open space.
Getting around
St Kilda West is well served for a suburb of its size. Tram routes connecting the area to the CBD make the commute straightforward, and the broader network links residents through to St Kilda, Windsor, Middle Park and Elwood with ease. Local train access is available via nearby stations at Mary Street and 44 Park Street, giving residents meaningful flexibility across both rail and tram options.
The area is also genuinely walkable and very bikeable — the flat terrain and established bike paths along the foreshore mean many residents choose to cycle into the city or to the local strips rather than relying on public transport at all.
Shopping
Day-to-day shopping in St Kilda West is supplemented by the well-stocked strips of neighbouring St Kilda and Elwood, both of which are easily reached on foot. Local amenities include options such as Zahn and a handful of independent businesses that service immediate resident needs without the suburb needing to function as a major retail destination.
For supermarkets, specialty grocers and larger retail, residents typically head into St Kilda or across to the Acland Street and Carlisle Street precincts, which between them cover most day-to-day requirements. The close proximity to multiple neighbouring suburbs means the limitations of being a smaller pocket are rarely felt.
Schools & families
St Kilda West sits within a broader inner-south schooling catchment that includes well-regarded state and independent options in the surrounding suburbs. Families with younger children are well-positioned to access schools across St Kilda, Middle Park and Elwood, with several primary options a short tram or bike ride away.
The suburb's apartment-dominated stock and compact footprint mean it skews slightly younger and more professional than some of the larger surrounding suburbs, but families are a consistent presence — particularly those drawn to the foreshore lifestyle and the convenience of inner-city living without sacrificing liveability.
The property market
St Kilda West's property market is defined by its apartment and unit stock, which makes up 74% of current listings. Houses account for 23% and townhouses the remaining 3% — a mix that reflects the suburb's densely residential, largely low-to-medium-rise character. The median price sits at $421,000 for both houses and units, which represents meaningful value relative to some of the higher-profile inner-south suburbs that border it, and the median weekly rent is $480.
For buyers, the suburb offers a genuine entry point into the inner-south coastal corridor without stretching the budget to the levels demanded by Middle Park or parts of Elwood. For investors, the strong renter population — driven by the suburb's lifestyle credentials and transport links — underpins consistent demand for well-located apartments and units.
Market snapshot
St Kilda West property market
Median sale price
$432k
Unit · 1 bed
Median rent
$490
per week
Gross rental yield
5.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$274k
Median
$432k
Premium
$618k
Days on market
36
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
29
Median sold price trend · Unit 1 bed
Compound growth -2.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · Unit
Property types on market
Share of current listings in St Kilda West by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for St Kilda West, VIC 3182.
Population
2,951
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,983
median, per week
Median rent
$385
per week
Median mortgage
$2,300
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in St Kilda West
$455k
10/108 Park Street
Sold ~July 2026
$455k
13/102 Park Street
Sold ~July 2026
$745k
21/82 Park Street
Sold ~July 2026
$910k
38/350-353 Beaconsfield Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$599k
2/355 Beaconsfield Parade
Sold ~June 2026
$1.25m
46/350 Beaconsfield Parade
Sold ~June 2026
$2.50m
7/3 Cowderoy Street
Sold ~June 2026
$400k
21/105-107 Park 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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Common questions
St Kilda West suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in St Kilda West?
The median unit price in St Kilda West, VIC is $432k for a 1-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 6.7%.
How much is rent in St Kilda West?
The median weekly rent in St Kilda West is around $490 per week.
Is St Kilda West a good place to live?
St Kilda West is an inner suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 5 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Port Phillip local government area. St Kilda West is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 2,951.
What is the population of St Kilda West?
St Kilda West has a population of 2,951 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
How long do homes take to sell in St Kilda West?
Properties in St Kilda West take around 36 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in St Kilda West?
Entry-level properties in St Kilda West start around $274k, while premium homes reach $618k.
What suburbs are near St Kilda West?
Suburbs near St Kilda West include St Kilda, Kilda, Middle Park, Windsor and Elwood.
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