Vermont Property Growth
VIC · 3133 · Eastern Melbourne
A middle-ring eastern Melbourne suburb known for established family housing and strong school catchments.
Overview
Location: City of Whitehorse
A middle-ring eastern Melbourne suburb known for established family housing and strong school catchments.
Market Snapshot
Median House Price
$1.16m
Avg Days on Market
33 days
Demographics
Estimated Population
10,440
Owner Occupier Rate
82.0%
Renter Rate
18.0%
Transport & Connectivity
Vermont has no train station; buses connect to Mitcham and Nunawading stations and the Knox and Forest Hill centres, and the Route 75 tram terminates just south in Vermont South.
Major Roads
- Canterbury Road
- Boronia Road
- Mitcham Road
- with EastLink access nearby
Vermont is approximately 20km east of the Melbourne CBD, within the City of Whitehorse. Verify current timetables and traffic conditions before relying on any commute estimate.
Education
Vermont's schools are a key demand driver for the suburb.
Primary Schools
- Vermont Primary School
Secondary Schools
- Vermont Secondary College — a consistently well-regarded government college whose zone supports local property demand
Childcare
A range of long day care, kindergarten and outside school hours care providers operate across Vermont. Always verify availability and waitlists directly with providers.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Local shops along Canterbury Road serve daily needs, with Forest Hill Chase, Eastland and Westfield Knox all a short drive. Established leafy streets and reserves along the Dandenong Creek corridor on the suburb's eastern side define its quiet residential character.
Employment
Vermont is predominantly residential, with local employment in retail and services and the Knox and Nunawading commercial precincts nearby.
Commercial Centres
- Canterbury Road shops
Infrastructure
No major infrastructure projects are currently confirmed for Vermont. Check Infrastructure Australia's project pipeline, State Government announcements or City of Whitehorse's website for the latest updates on works that may affect the area.
Growth Drivers
- Well-regarded secondary school zone — Vermont Secondary College is a consistently well-regarded government college whose zone supports strong local property demand.
- Established leafy character — quiet residential streets and reserves along the Dandenong Creek corridor define the suburb's character.
- Strong retail access — Forest Hill Chase, Eastland and Westfield Knox are all a short drive away, supplementing local shops along Canterbury Road.
- EastLink proximity — nearby freeway access supports fast connectivity to both the CBD and outer eastern suburbs.
Key Risks
- No train station of its own — Vermont relies on buses to Mitcham and Nunawading stations, which may be a drawback for transport-dependent buyers.
- 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.
- School-zone price premium — the Vermont Secondary College catchment effect can push prices higher, concentrating demand risk if zoning were to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vermont offers a well-regarded secondary school zone, an established leafy character and strong retail access, 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.
Vermont Primary School and Vermont Secondary College serve the suburb.
Vermont has no train station; buses connect to Mitcham and Nunawading stations, and the Route 75 tram terminates just south in Vermont South. Verify current timetables and travel times before relying on any commute estimate.
Local shops along Canterbury Road serve daily needs, with Forest Hill Chase, Eastland and Westfield Knox all a short drive away.
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Calculate Future ValueSources
- ABSAustralian Bureau of Statistics — Census QuickStats— https://www.abs.gov.au/census
- Local CouncilCity of Whitehorse— https://www.whitehorse.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
This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Nothing on this page constitutes financial, investment, legal or tax advice. Property markets are volatile and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always seek independent advice from a qualified financial adviser before making any property investment decision.