Footscray and Seddon are two of Melbourne’s most exciting inner west investment suburbs. The Metro Tunnel’s new Footscray station is the biggest infrastructure catalyst in the inner west and will drive significant value growth through 2026 and beyond.
Median Price Comparison
| Metric | Footscray | Seddon |
|---|---|---|
| Median House Price | $920,000 | $1,050,000 |
| Median Unit Price | $520,000 | $580,000 |
| Gross House Yield | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| Gross Unit Yield | 4.6% | 4.1% |
| 5-Year Growth | 39% | 42% |
| GeeVee Score | 7.8/10 | 7.7/10 |
Which Suburb Wins?
Footscray wins on yield, entry price and Metro Tunnel infrastructure uplift. Seddon wins on capital growth, village appeal and tightly held housing stock. Both are outstanding inner west picks for 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Footscray a good investment in 2026?
Footscray’s Metro Tunnel station upgrade, multicultural village strip, 3.8% house yield and entry price below $1 million make it one of Melbourne’s most compelling inner west investment picks for 2026.
Is Seddon more expensive than Footscray?
Seddon’s median house price of $1,050,000 is above Footscray’s $920,000, reflecting its quieter village character, larger heritage homes and tightly held stock.
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