Patterson Lakes Property Growth
VIC · 3197 · South-East Melbourne
A canal-based community in the City of Kingston built around the lower Patterson River, home to one of Victoria's largest marinas.
Overview
Location: City of Kingston
A canal-based community in the City of Kingston built around the lower Patterson River, home to one of Victoria's largest marinas.
Market Snapshot
Median House Price
$1.36m
Median Unit Price
$740k
Avg Days on Market
24 days
Demographics
Estimated Population
7,793
Owner Occupier Rate
79.5%
Renter Rate
15.1%
Transport & Connectivity
Patterson Lakes has no train station of its own; Carrum station on the Frankston line is the nearest, roughly 2km to the west.
Major Roads
- Thompson Road
- Gladesville Boulevard
- Wells Road
- with access to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway (M11) nearby
Patterson Lakes is approximately 35km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, within the City of Kingston. Verify current timetables and traffic conditions before relying on any commute estimate.
Education
Patterson Lakes is served by its own primary school, with secondary options in neighbouring suburbs.
Primary Schools
- Patterson Lakes Primary School
Secondary Schools
- Patterson River Secondary College (Seaford); Cornish College (an independent school in nearby Bangholme) is also within reach
Childcare
A range of long day care, kindergarten and outside school hours care providers operate across the suburb. Always verify availability, zoning and waitlists directly with providers.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Patterson Lakes is a canal-based community built around the lower Patterson River, with four public boat ramps and the Patterson Lakes Marina — one of the largest marinas in Victoria — supporting a waterside lifestyle. Social life centres on the Lakeview Shopping Centre, home to both Coles and Woolworths supermarkets, cafes and specialty retail, alongside local parks and reserves.
Employment
No large employment precinct sits within Patterson Lakes itself; residents have reasonable access to the Carrum Downs industrial precinct and Bangholme rural/industrial area nearby, as well as marina and hospitality-related employment locally.
Commercial Centres
- Lakeview Shopping Centre
Infrastructure
No major infrastructure projects are currently confirmed for Patterson Lakes. Check Infrastructure Australia's project pipeline, State Government announcements or City of Kingston's website for the latest updates on works that may affect the area.
Growth Drivers
- Waterway and marina lifestyle — the canal system and Patterson Lakes Marina, one of the largest in Victoria, are a distinctive drawcard for buyers seeking waterside living.
- Established local schooling — Patterson Lakes Primary School and access to Patterson River Secondary College and Cornish College serve local families.
- Local retail hub — Lakeview Shopping Centre provides both major supermarkets plus waterside dining and specialty retail within the suburb.
- Proximity to Carrum Downs employment precinct — nearby industrial and logistics jobs are within a short commute.
Key Risks
- No train station within the suburb — Carrum station on the Frankston line is the nearest, roughly 2km away.
- Interest rate and lending sensitivity — like all property markets, local prices and buyer activity can be affected by changes in interest rates and lending conditions.
- Canal-adjacent property considerations — waterfront and canal-frontage properties can carry additional maintenance, insurance and building considerations that buyers should investigate directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Patterson Lakes offers a distinctive marina and waterway lifestyle, established local schooling and a well-serviced local shopping centre, but every investor's circumstances and goals differ. This is general information, not personalised financial advice — consider speaking with a licensed financial adviser before making investment decisions.
Refer to the Market Snapshot section on this page for current median price data sourced from our live database.
Patterson Lakes is served by Patterson Lakes Primary School, with secondary students generally attending Patterson River Secondary College or the independent Cornish College nearby.
Patterson Lakes has no train station of its own; Carrum station on the Frankston line is the nearest, roughly 2km to the west. Verify current timetables and traffic conditions before relying on any commute estimate.
The Patterson Lakes Marina and canal system support a waterside, boating lifestyle, while the Lakeview Shopping Centre provides supermarkets, cafes and specialty retail for everyday needs.
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- ABSAustralian Bureau of Statistics — Census QuickStats— https://www.abs.gov.au/census
- Local CouncilCity of Kingston— https://www.kingston.vic.gov.au/
- Department of Transport VictoriaDepartment of Transport and Planning Victoria— https://www.transport.vic.gov.au/
- Victorian Planning AuthorityVictorian Planning Authority— https://vpa.vic.gov.au/
- Infrastructure AustraliaProject Pipeline— https://www.infrastructureaustralia.gov.au/
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