The Burwood East median house price is $1.33 million for the April to June 2025 quarter, representing a quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.8% and a year-on-year rise of 4.1%, according to DataVic/REIV data. This makes Burwood East one of Melbourne’s steadily appreciating middle-ring suburbs, offering a compelling mix of lifestyle, infrastructure and long-term capital growth potential for buyers, sellers and investors alike.

What Is the Burwood East Median House Price Right Now?

Based on DataVic/REIV figures (via Collings’ property dataset), the latest confirmed median sale prices for Burwood East are:

• Houses: $1,330,000 (Apr-Jun 2025 quarter) — up 1.8% quarter-on-quarter and 4.1% year-on-year
• Units: $721,000 (Apr-Jun 2025 quarter) — up 26.8% quarter-on-quarter and 18.1% year-on-year

The unit segment deserves particular attention. A 26.8% quarterly jump and an 18.1% annual gain signal strong demand for attached dwellings in Burwood East, driven in part by affordability constraints pushing buyers down the property ladder and a limited supply of quality units in the suburb. While quarterly figures can be influenced by a small number of sales, a sustained annual growth rate above 18% points to a structural shift in buyer appetite.

For context on how these figures compare across Melbourne’s suburbs, our guide to the median house price in Reservoir shows how outer-ring suburbs are tracking relative to established middle-ring postcodes like Burwood East.

What Do the Numbers Tell Us About the Burwood East Property Market?

The raw price data only tells part of the story. To properly interpret what is happening in Burwood East property, it helps to look at the demographic and economic context underpinning demand.

Suburb Demographics (ABS Census 2021)

According to ABS Census 2021 data (via Collings’ CRM dataset), Burwood East records the following key statistics:

• Population: 10,675 residents
• Median age: 41.0 years
• Median household income: $1,610 per week
• Median rent: $439 per week

A median age of 41 and a household income of $1,610 per week paint a picture of an established, financially stable owner-occupier base. This demographic profile tends to support price floors during market corrections and sustain steady demand during growth cycles, since residents are typically equity-rich and less reliant on high leverage to transact.

Rental Yield Snapshot

With a median rent of $439 per week and a median house price of $1.33 million, the gross rental yield for houses in Burwood East sits at approximately 1.7%. Unit investors fare considerably better: at a median rent of $439 per week against a $721,000 unit price, gross yields approach 3.2%. These figures are broadly consistent with inner-to-middle Melbourne norms, where capital growth rather than yield tends to be the primary investment driver.

Investors considering Burwood East alongside other Melbourne suburbs may also find value in comparing the median house price in Northcote and the median house price in Brunswick, two suburbs that share similar demographic profiles and price growth trajectories.

What Are the Key Considerations for Buying, Selling or Investing in Burwood East?

Whether you are buying in Burwood East, selling in Burwood East or building a long-term portfolio, several local factors shape the risk and return profile of property here.

Buying in Burwood East

With a median house price of $1.33 million, buyers need to enter the market with realistic expectations about what their budget delivers. Entry-level houses (typically older brick veneer on 600-700 sqm blocks) tend to transact in the $1.0 million to $1.15 million range, while renovated or extended family homes on larger allotments regularly exceed the $1.5 million mark. Units, at a median of $721,000, represent a more accessible entry point, with some two-bedroom apartments achievable sub-$650,000.

Key buyer considerations include proximity to the Eastern Freeway and Burwood Highway, access to quality state and private schooling (Burwood East Primary, Emmaus College and Deakin University are all within the suburb or immediately adjacent), and walkability to the Burwood East Village shopping precinct.

Selling in Burwood East

Sellers in the current market are benefiting from that steady 4.1% year-on-year price growth on the house side. The key to maximising sale price remains presentation, accurate pricing and vendor advocacy from an agent with genuine local knowledge. Properties that are styled, priced at market (not aspirationally above it) and marketed across both digital and off-market channels consistently achieve stronger results.

Owners who purchased in the 2015 to 2018 window are sitting on significant equity. ABS and CoreLogic historical data indicates that Burwood East house prices have roughly doubled over a ten-year period, underpinning strong vendor confidence in 2025 and into 2026.

Investing in Burwood East

For those investing in Burwood East, the unit market’s exceptional recent growth (up 18.1% year-on-year) warrants close attention. Tight vacancy rates across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, driven by population growth and constrained new supply, continue to support rental demand. Investors who acquired units in the $550,000 to $650,000 range two to three years ago have seen meaningful capital uplift alongside stable rental income.

Land-rich house sites also attract developer interest given Burwood East’s zoning, which permits medium-density residential development in several precincts close to the Burwood Highway corridor.

How Does Collings Real Estate Help with Burwood East Property?

Collings Real Estate brings a data-driven, client-first approach to every transaction. Whether you are ready to list your home, searching for your next purchase or building a portfolio, the Collings team combines on-the-ground suburb knowledge with access to real-time market data to deliver outcomes that generic online portals simply cannot match.

Free Property Appraisal

Understanding your property’s current market value is the first step in any informed decision. Collings offers a free, no-obligation property appraisal for Burwood East owners, grounded in the same DataVic/REIV data cited throughout this page, not automated algorithm estimates that lack local nuance. To request yours, contact the team directly:

• Phone: 03 9486 2000
• Email: info@collings.com.au
• Office: 230 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe, VIC 3079

Off-Market Property Portal

Collings’ exclusive buyer portal gives registered members access to off-market and pre-market listings before they reach the major portals. For buyers and investors in competitive suburbs like Burwood East, this early access can be the difference between securing the right property and missing out. Register for the Collings off-market portal here to receive alerts tailored to your search criteria.

End-to-End Property Management

For landlords, Collings provides full-service property management across Burwood East and the broader eastern suburbs corridor, from tenant selection and lease management through to maintenance coordination and rent reviews. With median rents at $439 per week and vacancy rates tight, now is a strong time to ensure your investment is being managed to its full potential.

Frequently Asked Questions About Burwood East Property Prices

What is the median house price in Burwood East in 2025?

The median house price in Burwood East is $1,330,000 for the April to June 2025 quarter, according to DataVic/REIV data (via Collings’ property dataset). This represents a 1.8% rise quarter-on-quarter and a 4.1% increase year-on-year.

What is the median unit price in Burwood East?

The median unit price in Burwood East is $721,000 for the April to June 2025 quarter, up 26.8% quarter-on-quarter and 18.1% year-on-year, based on DataVic/REIV figures.

Is Burwood East a good suburb to invest in?

Burwood East offers a stable investment environment backed by a high median household income of $1,610 per week (ABS Census 2021), consistent population demand and proximity to Deakin University and major arterials. Unit investors have seen exceptional growth of 18.1% annually as of mid-2025.

How does Burwood East compare to other Melbourne suburbs?

At a median house price of $1.33 million, Burwood East sits above outer-ring suburbs but below premium inner suburbs. It compares broadly with other established middle-ring markets. For reference, see our coverage of the median house price in Thornbury for a north-side comparison point.

How do I get a property appraisal in Burwood East?

Contact Collings Real Estate on 03 9486 2000 or email info@collings.com.au to request a free, no-obligation appraisal. The team is based at 230 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe, VIC 3079 and services Burwood East and surrounding suburbs.

Burwood East continues to demonstrate the hallmarks of a resilient, well-supported property market: a financially stable resident base, strong infrastructure links, genuine demand across both the house and unit segments and consistent long-term capital growth. Whether you are buying, selling or investing, having accurate, up-to-date data is the foundation of every smart property decision. Collings Real Estate is ready to help you act on it.