Dandenong North Property Market Overview (2026)
Dandenong North sits in the affordable outer-suburban market. This is value territory. Prices are lower than inner Melbourne because the suburb is still developing its amenity base, but growth corridors tend to appreciate as infrastructure catches up.
Population: 22,834 (ABS Census 2021)
Price Estimates
| Property Type | Estimated Median | Monthly Mortgage (est.)* |
|---|---|---|
| House | $550K–$850K | $2,200–$3,400 |
| Unit/Apartment | $350K–$500K | $2,000–$3,000 |
Estimates based on Dandenong North’s market positioning. Mortgage estimates assume 20% deposit, 6.5% variable rate, 30-year term. For current sales data, check REIV or Domain.
What Drives Property Value in Dandenong North
Property prices in any suburb reflect three things: what is already there, what is coming, and how easy it is to get to the CBD. Here is how Dandenong North stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Dandenong North | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 10 | Strong — school zones drive family demand |
| Parks | 16 | High — green space is a premium driver |
| Dining & Cafes | 8 | Developing |
| Medical | 11 | Strong — healthcare proximity matters |
| Supermarkets | 1 | Basic |
| Gyms & Fitness | 5 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 67. Solid infrastructure that supports steady demand.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Dandenong North has 10 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Roshchem | — |
| Wooranna Park Primary School | 89-105 Carlton Road |
| Emerson School Middle Campus | 19-21 Gloria Avenue |
| Emerson School | 1430-1444 Heatherton Road |
| St Gerard’s Primary School | 41-75 Gladstone Road |
| Lyndale Secondary College | 170-174 Gladstone Road |
| Nazareth College | 13-17 Manning Drive |
| Lyndale Greens Primary School | 1-19 Oakwood Avenue |
Check zone boundaries at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Rental Market
| Unit Type | Weekly Rent (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $260–$360 |
| 2 Bedroom | $350–$450 |
| 3 Bedroom | $450–$600 |
Rental yield estimate: 4.5–5.5% (higher yields in more affordable suburbs).
See our detailed Cost of Living Guide for full cost breakdown.
Before You Buy in Dandenong North
- Check school zones — findmyschool.vic.gov.au determines your designated school
- Review planning overlays — heritage, flood, bushfire at your local council
- Check flood risk — planning.vic.gov.au
- Attend auctions — quoted ranges in Dandenong North are guides, not guarantees
- Get a building inspection — non-negotiable for any house purchase
- Talk to locals — knock on a neighbour’s door. They will tell you what agents won’t
Key Links for Dandenong North Property Research
- Domain — current listings and recent sales
- realestate.com.au — price history and suburb profiles
- REIV — quarterly median prices (the official data)
- ABS Census — population and demographic data
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Dandenong North
- Best Cafes in Dandenong North
- Best Bars in Dandenong North
- Cost of Living in Dandenong North
- Dandenong North Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Dandenong North
- Is Dandenong North Safe?
- Dandenong North Transport Guide
Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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