Moonee Ponds Property Market Overview (2026)
Moonee Ponds sits in the premium inner suburb market. Property here commands a premium because the amenity density justifies it — 86 dining venues, 10 schools, and 17 parks within the suburb boundaries.
Population: 14,025 (ABS Census 2021)
Price Estimates
| Property Type | Estimated Median | Monthly Mortgage (est.)* |
|---|---|---|
| House | $1.4M–$2.2M | $5,600–$8,800 |
| Unit/Apartment | $650K–$950K | $2,600–$3,800 |
Estimates based on Moonee Ponds’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 Moonee Ponds
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 Moonee Ponds stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Moonee Ponds | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 10 | Strong — school zones drive family demand |
| Parks | 17 | High — green space is a premium driver |
| Dining & Cafes | 86 | High — walkable lifestyle premium |
| Medical | 11 | Strong — healthcare proximity matters |
| Supermarkets | 7 | Convenient |
| Gyms & Fitness | 9 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 168 verified businesses. This puts Moonee Ponds in the top tier for amenity density, which directly supports premium pricing.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Moonee Ponds has 10 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Gen Institute - Ascot Vale Campus | 238 Union Road |
| Moonee Ponds Primary School | 87 Wilson Street, Moonee Ponds |
| Kangan Batman TAFE Essendon Campus | — |
| St Mary’s Primary School | 74 Roseberry Street, Ascot Vale |
| Moonee Ponds West Primary School | 150 Athol Street, Moonee Ponds |
| Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School | 17-29 Leslie Road |
| St Columba’s College | 2 Leslie Road, Essendon |
| Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School Moonee Ponds Campus | 83 Park Street, Moonee Ponds |
Check zone boundaries at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Rental Market
| Unit Type | Weekly Rent (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $420–$550 |
| 2 Bedroom | $580–$750 |
| 3 Bedroom | $750–$1,100 |
Rental yield estimate: 3.0–3.5% (higher yields in more affordable suburbs).
See our detailed Cost of Living Guide for full cost breakdown.
Before You Buy in Moonee Ponds
- 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 Moonee Ponds 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 Moonee Ponds 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 Moonee Ponds
- Best Cafes in Moonee Ponds
- Best Bars in Moonee Ponds
- Cost of Living in Moonee Ponds
- Moonee Ponds Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Moonee Ponds
- Is Moonee Ponds Safe?
- Moonee Ponds 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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