The Black Rock Vic median house price sits at approximately $2,150,000 as of mid-2026, reflecting one of Melbourne’s most resilient and tightly held coastal bayside markets. Black Rock continues to attract serious buyers, confident sellers, and long-term investors who recognise the suburb’s scarcity of land, strong school zones, and direct bay frontage as enduring value anchors.

What Is the Black Rock Vic Median House Price Right Now?

According to CoreLogic data for the 12 months to June 2026, the median house price in Black Rock (postcode 3193) is $2,150,000, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 4.4% from the $2,060,000 median recorded in mid-2025. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, prices rose by roughly 1.2% in Q2 2026, continuing a steady upward trajectory that has defined this suburb for more than a decade.

Unit and apartment prices tell a complementary story. CoreLogic figures show the median unit price in Black Rock reached $975,000 in the same period, up 3.1% year-on-year. This dual-market strength is unusual even among premium bayside suburbs and underscores the depth of buyer demand at both price points.

Recent Sold Comparables in Black Rock

• 4-bedroom family home, Ebden Avenue — sold $2,410,000 (May 2026)
• 3-bedroom period home, Arkaringa Crescent — sold $1,895,000 (April 2026)
• 5-bedroom architect-designed, Beach Road — sold $3,650,000 (March 2026)
• 3-bedroom townhouse, Balcombe Road — sold $1,310,000 (June 2026)

These results, sourced from publicly available Victorian property transfer data and agency reports, demonstrate the wide price band within Black Rock, where proximity to the foreshore, block size, and renovation standard all influence final sale figures significantly.

What Do the Broader Numbers Say About the Black Rock Vic Property Market?

Black Rock sits within the Kingston and Bayside local government areas and consistently ranks among the top 5% of Melbourne suburbs by median price. SQM Research data for June 2026 shows the suburb’s vacancy rate at a tight 0.8%, well below the Melbourne metropolitan average of 1.9%, which puts firm upward pressure on both rents and capital values.

The suburb recorded 87 house sales in the 12 months to June 2026 according to CoreLogic, with a median days-on-market of just 24 days — nearly half the broader Melbourne median of 46 days. That pace of sale indicates a market where well-presented, correctly priced homes are receiving multiple offers.

How Does Black Rock Compare to Other Melbourne Suburbs?

Compared with other established inner and middle-ring suburbs tracked by Collings Real Estate, Black Rock commands a significant premium. For context, the median house price in Northcote sits around $1,380,000 as of mid-2026, while the median house price in Ivanhoe is approximately $1,520,000 over the same period. Black Rock’s $2,150,000 median reflects its coastal lifestyle premium, larger land parcels, and proximity to elite private and public schools including Beaumaris Secondary College.

The gross rental yield for houses in Black Rock is currently around 2.1% according to CoreLogic, typical of a high-capital-growth suburb where investors accept lower income returns in exchange for long-run price appreciation. Over a 10-year period to June 2026, house values in Black Rock have grown by approximately 72%, outperforming the broader Melbourne market which returned roughly 54% over the same window.

What Are the Key Considerations When Buying, Selling or Investing in Black Rock Vic?

Whether you are buying in Black Rock Vic, selling in Black Rock Vic, or assessing the suburb for an investment in Black Rock Vic, several factors shape strategy and outcomes.

Buying in Black Rock

• School zones matter enormously. Homes within the Beaumaris Secondary College and Black Rock Primary zones consistently achieve a premium of 8-12% above equivalent properties outside the zone, based on Collings agent analysis of 2025-2026 sales data.
• Flood and coastal overlay. A number of properties near the foreshore carry Coastal Inundation Overlay provisions. Buyers should obtain a full Section 32 and independent planning advice before bidding.
• Off-market activity is high. CoreLogic estimates that up to 22% of Black Rock transactions in 2025-2026 occurred off-market, making access to agent networks and buyer portals critical. Registering on the Collings off-market property portal gives buyers early access to properties before they reach the open market.

Selling in Black Rock

• Auction clearance rates in the Bayside region averaged 74% in Q2 2026, according to the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV), above the Melbourne-wide rate of 68%. Auction remains the dominant method of sale for houses above $1.5M in the suburb.
• Presentation and styling investment typically returns a multiple of its cost in a suburb where buyers are emotionally driven and competition is fierce.
• Obtaining a current, data-backed appraisal is the single most important first step for any vendor. Contact Collings Real Estate on 03 9486 2000 or at info@collings.com.au to request a free property appraisal.

Investing in Black Rock

• With a vacancy rate of just 0.8% and median weekly house rents of approximately $950 per week (SQM Research, June 2026), rental demand is robust and tenant turnover is low.
• The suburb’s land-to-improvement ratio tends to favour land-rich, older homes as the best long-term investment proposition, given planning restrictions that limit density in most residential streets.
• Investors comparing inner-north suburbs such as the median house price in Brunswick (currently around $1,175,000) will find Black Rock’s higher entry point offset by lower vacancy, greater capital growth history, and a demographically stable tenant base.

How Does Collings Real Estate Help with Black Rock Vic Property?

Collings Real Estate is a full-service agency with deep expertise across Melbourne’s property market, including premium bayside suburbs like Black Rock. Our team provides sellers with rigorously researched comparable market analysis, buyers with off-market access and negotiation representation, and investors with ongoing property management and portfolio advice.

Our approach is grounded in data. Every appraisal we prepare references current CoreLogic, REIV, and SQM Research figures alongside our own transactional history, so vendors and buyers alike receive an honest, evidence-based view of value rather than an inflated estimate designed to win a listing.

What We Offer Black Rock Clients

• Free property appraisals for owners considering selling or refinancing
• Buyer advocacy services for purchasers navigating a competitive market
• Off-market property alerts via the Collings buyer portal
• Full residential property management for investors
• Auction and private sale campaign management with suburb-specialist agents

To speak with a Black Rock property specialist, call us on 03 9486 2000, email info@collings.com.au, or visit us at 230 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079. You can also request a free property appraisal online and one of our team will be in touch within one business day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Median House Prices in Black Rock Vic

What is the median house price in Black Rock Vic in 2026?

According to CoreLogic data for the 12 months to June 2026, the median house price in Black Rock VIC is $2,150,000, up approximately 4.4% year-on-year.

Is Black Rock VIC a good suburb to invest in?

Black Rock has delivered approximately 72% capital growth over 10 years to June 2026 (CoreLogic), with a vacancy rate of just 0.8% (SQM Research). While gross rental yields are low at around 2.1%, the suburb’s land scarcity and demographic stability make it a strong long-term capital growth proposition.

How many houses sell in Black Rock each year?

CoreLogic recorded 87 house sales in Black Rock in the 12 months to June 2026. The median days-on-market was 24 days, indicating strong and consistent buyer demand.

What is the median unit price in Black Rock VIC?

The median unit price in Black Rock is $975,000 as of mid-2026, representing a 3.1% increase year-on-year according to CoreLogic data.

How do I find out what my Black Rock property is worth?

Contact Collings Real Estate for a free, data-backed property appraisal. Call 03 9486 2000, email info@collings.com.au, or submit an online appraisal request through the Collings website.