Ventnor
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ventnor, VIC 3922.
About Ventnor
Welcome to Ventnor
Ventnor sits on the western side of Phillip Island, roughly two hours' drive south-east of Melbourne's CBD via the South Gippsland Highway and the Phillip Island Bridge at San Remo. It's a quiet, low-density corner of the island, bordered by Cowes to the east and looking out towards Bass Strait and the Nobbies, and it feels a world away from the tourist bustle of the island's more famous strips.
This is a suburb for those after space, coastline and a slower pace rather than café culture on the doorstep. With a population of under a thousand and a median age of 58, Ventnor attracts retirees, tree-and-sea-changers and holiday-home owners far more than young families, though its proximity to Cowes means everyday conveniences aren't far away.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Ventnor revolves around the outdoors — beach walks, birdwatching (the area is known for its little penguin colony and koala habitat), and the sweeping coastal views along Ventnor Beach and the surrounding farmland. There's little in the way of shops or restaurants within Ventnor itself, and locals tend to head into Cowes for a meal out, a coffee, or a browse along the Esplanade, which offers everything from fish and chips to more considered dining a short drive away.
Shopping
For day-to-day shopping, residents rely on Cowes, which has a full range of supermarkets, boutiques and specialty stores servicing the island. Ventnor's own commercial footprint is minimal, in keeping with its rural-residential character, so most errands and bigger shopping trips are folded into a drive to the island's main hub.
Getting around
A car is essential in Ventnor — there's no train line on Phillip Island, and public transport options are limited, so most residents and visitors drive in via the bridge at San Remo. Melbourne is around a two-hour drive, making Ventnor more of a weekender or lifestyle-change destination than a commuter suburb. Locally, roads are quiet and well suited to cycling, and Cowes is only a short drive away for those needing to connect further afield.
Schools & families
Ventnor is home to Phillip Island Village School, giving local families a schooling option without needing to travel into Cowes or further afield. That said, the suburb's older median age of 58 reflects its appeal to retirees and downsizers as much as, if not more than, young families, and many households are established rather than raising school-age children.
Parks & recreation
The main drawcard here is the coast itself — Ventnor Beach and the surrounding foreshore reserves offer walking, fishing and wildlife-watching, with the broader Phillip Island Nature Parks network, including the Nobbies and the island's renowned penguin parade, within easy reach. The open, rural landscape around Ventnor also makes it popular with those who want a bit of land alongside coastal access.
The property market
Ventnor's median house price currently sits at $885,000, having pulled back 1.7% recently — a modest softening that fits a small, thinly traded market where a handful of sales can move the median noticeably. Current listings show houses make up 75% of stock, with land sales accounting for 21%, and acreage/rural and townhouse listings each making up a smaller 2% share, underlining Ventnor's identity as a low-density, land-oriented pocket of the island rather than a townhouse or unit market. Buyers here are typically after a standalone home or a parcel of land, whether for a permanent tree-change, a holiday base, or a long-term investment in one of the island's quieter suburbs.
Market snapshot
Ventnor property market
Median sale price
$885k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$756k
Median
$885k
Premium
$1.98m
Days on market
87
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
16
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -5.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ventnor by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ventnor, VIC 3922.
Population
982
residents (2021)
Median age
58
years
Household income
$1,292
median, per week
Median rent
$328
per week
Median mortgage
$1,657
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ventnor
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Ventnor
$1.91m
443 Ventnor Road
Sold ~July 2026
$495k
26 Heyley Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$595k
43 Seahaven Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$850k
2-4 Griffiths 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 Ventnor
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Price map around Ventnor
Every listing for sale near Ventnor, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Ventnor suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ventnor?
The median house price in Ventnor, VIC is $885k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 1.7%.
Is Ventnor a good place to live?
Ventnor is a small town on Phillip Island in Victoria, Australia. Ventnor is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 982 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Ventnor?
Ventnor has a population of 982 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 58.
What schools are in Ventnor?
There is 1 school in or near Ventnor, including Phillip Island Village School.
How long do homes take to sell in Ventnor?
Properties in Ventnor take around 87 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Ventnor?
Entry-level properties in Ventnor start around $756k, while premium homes reach $1.98m.
What suburbs are near Ventnor?
Suburbs near Ventnor include Cowes.
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