Wantirna South Property Market Overview (2026)
Wantirna South 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 Wantirna South’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 Wantirna South
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 Wantirna South stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Wantirna South | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 13 | Strong — school zones drive family demand |
| Parks | 55 | High — green space is a premium driver |
| Dining & Cafes | 11 | Growing |
| Medical | 11 | Strong — healthcare proximity matters |
| Supermarkets | 0 | None — drives value down |
| Gyms & Fitness | 10 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 130. Solid infrastructure that supports steady demand.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Wantirna South has 13 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Wantirna Primary School | 120 Mountain Highway |
| Scoresby Secondary College | 20 Cavell Street |
| Waverley Christian College | 1248 High Street Road |
| Templeton Primary School | 1 Crestdale Road |
| The Knox School | 220 Burwood Highway |
| Wantirna South Primary School | 16 Tyner Road |
| Knox Park Primary School | 117 Kathryn Road |
| Holy Trinity Primary School | 10 Riddell 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 Wantirna South
- 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 Wantirna South 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 Wantirna South 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 Wantirna South
- Best Cafes in Wantirna South
- Best Bars in Wantirna South
- Cost of Living in Wantirna South
- Wantirna South Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Wantirna South
- Is Wantirna South Safe?
- Wantirna South 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
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