Hampton Property Market Overview (2026)
Hampton 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.
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 Hampton’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 Hampton
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 Hampton stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Hampton | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 4 | Moderate |
| Parks | 8 | Moderate |
| Dining & Cafes | 5 | Developing |
| Medical | 5 | Adequate |
| Supermarkets | 0 | None — drives value down |
| Gyms & Fitness | 8 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 37. Growing infrastructure — early buyers may benefit from appreciation as the suburb develops.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Hampton has 4 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Haileybury College Brighton Campus | 120 South Road |
| Hampton Primary School | 528 Hampton Street |
| St Mary’s Primary School | 59 Holyrood Street |
| Tombolo Academy | 453 Bluff Road |
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 Hampton
- 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 Hampton 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 Hampton 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 Hampton
- Best Cafes in Hampton
- Best Bars in Hampton
- Cost of Living in Hampton
- Hampton Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Hampton
- Is Hampton Safe?
- Hampton 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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