Fairfield Property Market Overview (2026)
Fairfield sits in the established middle-ring market. Property here commands a premium because the amenity density justifies it — 51 dining venues, 8 schools, and 24 parks within the suburb boundaries.
Price Estimates
| Property Type | Estimated Median | Monthly Mortgage (est.)* |
|---|---|---|
| House | $1.0M–$1.6M | $4,000–$6,400 |
| Unit/Apartment | $500K–$750K | $2,000–$3,000 |
Estimates based on Fairfield’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 Fairfield
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 Fairfield stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Fairfield | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 8 | Strong — school zones drive family demand |
| Parks | 24 | High — green space is a premium driver |
| Dining & Cafes | 51 | High — walkable lifestyle premium |
| Medical | 14 | Strong — healthcare proximity matters |
| Supermarkets | 4 | Convenient |
| Gyms & Fitness | 6 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 111. Solid infrastructure that supports steady demand.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Fairfield has 8 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Sophia Mundi Steiner School | 1 St Heliers Street |
| Santa Maria College | 50 Separation Street |
| Spensley Street Primary School | 193-203 Spensley Street |
| Melbourne Polytechnic Fairfield Campus | 101 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield |
| St Anthony’s School | 59 Austin Street |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | 285 Heidelberg Road, Northcote |
| Westgarth Primary School | — |
| Fairfield Primary School | 1-3 Langridge Street |
Check zone boundaries at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Rental Market
| Unit Type | Weekly Rent (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $350–$460 |
| 2 Bedroom | $480–$620 |
| 3 Bedroom | $620–$850 |
Rental yield estimate: 3.5–4.0% (higher yields in more affordable suburbs).
See our detailed Cost of Living Guide for full cost breakdown.
Before You Buy in Fairfield
- 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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield
- Best Cafes in Fairfield
- Best Bars in Fairfield
- Cost of Living in Fairfield
- Fairfield Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Fairfield
- Is Fairfield Safe?
- Fairfield 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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