Tootgarook
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Tootgarook, VIC 3941.
About Tootgarook
Welcome to Tootgarook
Tootgarook sits on the Mornington Peninsula, roughly midway along the southern arm of Port Phillip Bay between the townships of Rye and Capel Sound. It is about 90 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, making it comfortably within reach for a weekend escape yet far enough removed to feel genuinely coastal and unhurried.
The suburb draws a mixed crowd: retirees and sea-changers who want a quieter pace without sacrificing community amenity, and city-based families looking for a holiday base close to the bay beaches and surf beaches of St Andrews Beach and Fingal. With a dwelling mix dominated by detached houses and a relaxed, low-density streetscape, Tootgarook rewards those who value space, greenery and proximity to the water over inner-suburban bustle.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Tootgarook runs at a deliberately slow tempo. Days tend to revolve around the beach, the garden, or a bike ride through the flat back streets that connect to neighbouring Rye and Capel Sound. The Point Nepean Road corridor is the main commercial spine, putting cafes, bakeries and bottle shops within easy reach without needing to travel far.
For a wider dining and entertainment offer, Rye's main strip is only a short drive away and carries a solid selection of casual restaurants and takeaways that cater to the peninsula's seasonal crowd. The broader Mornington Peninsula wine and food scene — cellar doors, farm-gate producers and acclaimed restaurants — is also accessible within 30 to 45 minutes, giving residents a genuine food culture to tap into on weekends.
Shopping
Day-to-day shopping needs are largely met along Point Nepean Road, which threads through the suburb and links Tootgarook to the larger retail offerings in Rye. Supermarkets, pharmacies and hardware stores in Rye mean a full grocery run is never more than a few minutes away by car.
For anything more substantial — major department stores, specialist retailers or larger supermarket chains — residents typically head north towards Rosebud or Frankston, both of which carry full regional shopping centres. The trade-off for that extra drive is a quieter, less commercial local environment that most Tootgarook residents consider a feature rather than an inconvenience.
Getting around
Tootgarook is a car-dependent suburb, as is typical for this part of the peninsula. Point Nepean Road is the main artery, and bus stops along this corridor — including stops at Romney Avenue and Laura Street — connect residents to the broader Mornington Peninsula bus network, which links through to Frankston and the Frankston train line.
For commuters, the reality is that Melbourne's CBD is roughly 90 kilometres away, so Tootgarook suits remote workers, retirees and those whose work ties them to the peninsula rather than daily city commuters. Cyclists will appreciate the relatively flat terrain, and the local road network connects easily to the shared paths and quiet back roads that lace through neighbouring Capel Sound, Fingal and St Andrews Beach.
Schools & families
Tootgarook Primary School is the local educational anchor, serving the suburb's younger residents and drawing families from the surrounding area. Its presence in the suburb proper means primary-age children can avoid long commutes, which is a meaningful quality-of-life factor in a suburb this far down the peninsula.
For secondary schooling, families typically look to schools in Rye or further afield along the peninsula. The community feel here — aided by local sporting facilities like Tootgarook Sports Reserve — means children tend to have strong social networks that cross over into the neighbouring suburbs of Rye and Capel Sound.
Parks & recreation
Open space is one of Tootgarook's genuine strengths. Tootgarook Sports Reserve provides a hub for organised sport and community gatherings, while Mathis Avenue Reserve and the Recreation Reserve offer more informal green space for dog walks, picnics and quiet afternoons. The relatively flat, open landscape means these reserves feel spacious rather than token.
Beyond the suburb's own green space, the bay beaches are close enough for a morning swim to become a daily ritual, and the surf beaches at St Andrews Beach and Fingal are only a short drive across the peninsula. The Mornington Peninsula National Park, which stretches along the ocean side of the peninsula, adds a significant natural hinterland for bushwalking, mountain biking and wildlife watching.
The property market
Tootgarook's property market is firmly house-focused, with detached dwellings accounting for 83% of current listings. Land makes up 13% of the mix — a notable share that reflects the suburb's ongoing appeal to buyers looking to build a coastal home rather than simply purchase an established one. Apartments and townhouses are rare at just 2% each, which keeps the streetscape low-density and the suburb's character consistent.
The median house price sits at $805,000, with recent growth of 1.9% indicating a market that is moving steadily rather than surging — a relatively stable environment for buyers who missed the pandemic-era price spikes that affected much of the Mornington Peninsula. Median rent of $575 per week reflects solid demand from holidaymakers and short-stay tenants as well as permanent renters, making the suburb of interest to investors seeking a dual-market property. With neighbouring Rye, Sound and Capel Sound offering comparable coastal amenity, Tootgarook holds its own on value while delivering a quieter, more residential feel than some of its better-known peninsula neighbours.
Market snapshot
Tootgarook property market
Median sale price
$805k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$575
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$610k
Median
$805k
Premium
$1.05m
Days on market
39
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
42
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -3.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Tootgarook by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Tootgarook, VIC 3941.
Population
3,178
residents (2021)
Median age
46
years
Household income
$1,294
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,788
per month
Mortgage / income
32%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Tootgarook
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Tootgarook
$1.06m
29 Kevin Street
Sold ~July 2026
$605k
98 Alma Street
Sold ~July 2026
$780k
26 Curran Way
Sold ~July 2026
$950k
2 Burdett Street
Sold ~July 2026
$940k
116 Highbury Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.15m
1913 Point Nepean Rd
Sold ~June 2026
$1.50m
5 Bella Vista Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
20 Belar Road
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
Tootgarook suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Tootgarook?
The median house price in Tootgarook, VIC is $805k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 1.9%.
How much is rent in Tootgarook?
The median weekly rent in Tootgarook is around $575 per week.
Is Tootgarook a good place to live?
Tootgarook is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 3,178 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Tootgarook?
Tootgarook has a population of 3,178 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.
What schools are in Tootgarook?
There is 1 school in or near Tootgarook, including Tootgarook Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Tootgarook?
Properties in Tootgarook take around 39 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Tootgarook?
Entry-level properties in Tootgarook start around $610k, while premium homes reach $1.05m.
What suburbs are near Tootgarook?
Suburbs near Tootgarook include Rye, Sound, Fingal, Capel Sound and St Andrews Beach.
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