The Box Hill South median house price is $1.49 million for the April to June 2025 quarter, representing year-on-year growth of 10.6% and a quarter-on-quarter rise of 0.9%, according to DataVic/REIV data compiled via the Collings CRM brain. Units in Box Hill South recorded a median of $985,000 over the same period, up 8.1% quarter-on-quarter and 6.5% year-on-year. Whether you are buying, selling, or investing in Box Hill South, these figures establish a clear, data-driven baseline for your decisions in 2026.

What Is the Box Hill South Median House Price Right Now?

Based on DataVic/REIV figures (via the Collings CRM brain), the Box Hill South median house price sits at $1.49 million for the April to June 2025 quarter. The quarterly gain of 0.9% may appear modest in isolation, but the annual picture tells a more compelling story: a 10.6% year-on-year increase confirms sustained buyer demand in this tightly held pocket of Melbourne’s east.

For units and apartments, the median sale price is $985,000 for the same quarter, a figure that has risen sharply — up 8.1% quarter-on-quarter and 6.5% year-on-year. This dual growth across both dwelling types signals broad-based confidence in Box Hill South property as an asset class.

Recent Sales Snapshot

• Median house price: $1,490,000 (Apr–Jun 2025 quarter)
• Quarter-on-quarter change (houses): +0.9%
• Year-on-year change (houses): +10.6%
• Median unit price: $985,000 (Apr–Jun 2025 quarter)
• Quarter-on-quarter change (units): +8.1%
• Year-on-year change (units): +6.5%

Source: DataVic/REIV via Collings CRM brain, April to June 2025 quarter.

According to CRMBrain 2026 data, there are currently just 3 properties listed for sale in Box Hill South, underscoring the suburb’s characteristically low inventory. Tight supply combined with strong demand is a textbook condition for sustained price growth, and it continues to reward vendors who price correctly.

What Do the Numbers Say About Box Hill South’s Property Market?

The headline prices are compelling, but the supporting data layers add important context for anyone buying or selling in Box Hill South.

Demographics and Household Profile

ABS Census 2021 data (via the Collings CRM brain) records Box Hill South’s population at 8,491 residents, with a median age of 39. The median household income is $1,928 per week, meaningfully above the broader Melbourne average, which helps explain the suburb’s capacity to sustain premium price points. Median rent sits at $425 per week, a figure that gives landlords and investors a reliable income benchmark when stress-testing yields.

Liveability and Infrastructure

According to CRMBrain 2026 figures, Box Hill South records a Walk Score of 100 out of 100, the highest possible rating. This reflects excellent access to public transport, retail precincts, schools, and services — all within walking distance. A perfect walkability score is a genuine differentiator in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and consistently underpins buyer willingness to pay a premium.

Per GeoRisk 2026 data, the suburb carries minimal flood risk and records an air quality reading of PM2.5 at 0 µg/m³ (rated Good) at the nearest monitoring station in Box Hill. There are also 49 aged-care facilities within 5 kilometres, making Box Hill South particularly appealing to downsizers and families planning for multi-generational living. Notably, GeoRisk 2026 records zero heritage-listed items within 2 kilometres, which streamlines the planning process for buyers considering renovations or development.

Investor Outlook for 2026

According to Herron Todd White’s March 2026 Month in Review, Melbourne’s investment market has seen investors re-engage across a range of suburb types. The report highlights that rents have risen sharply across Melbourne, vacancy rates are extremely low, and gross yields for some apartment types have climbed as high as 7.5% in the CBD fringe. In Melbourne’s inner-north comparable suburbs such as Preston, Brunswick West, and Coburg, units are delivering 4.5% to 5% gross rental yields, a benchmark worth holding against Box Hill South’s unit median of $985,000 and the suburb’s $425 per week median rent when evaluating investing in Box Hill South.

For a comparison with how other Melbourne suburbs are tracking, the median house price in Northcote and the median house price in Preston offer useful reference points across different price tiers and property types.

What Are the Key Considerations When Buying or Selling in Box Hill South?

Box Hill South occupies a distinctive position in Melbourne’s eastern market. It combines the energy and amenity of the Box Hill major activity centre with quieter, tree-lined residential streets that attract families and professionals alike. Here are the most important factors to weigh up in 2026.

For Buyers

• Entry price point: With a house median of $1.49 million, buyers need strong pre-approval and should anticipate competition given only 3 active listings according to CRMBrain 2026 data.
• Unit opportunity: At a $985,000 median, units present a more accessible entry into the suburb, with strong recent capital growth of 8.1% in a single quarter.
• Walkability premium: The suburb’s Walk Score of 100 is a persistent value driver that is unlikely to erode, particularly as more buyers prioritise car-light lifestyles.
• Low hazard profile: Minimal flood risk and excellent air quality (GeoRisk 2026) reduce long-term ownership risk and insurance cost uncertainty.
• Planning clarity: Zero heritage overlays within 2 kilometres (GeoRisk 2026) means renovation and development applications face fewer bureaucratic hurdles.

For Sellers

• Favourable supply conditions: With just 3 competing listings, vendors hold genuine leverage in negotiations.
• Strong annual growth narrative: A 10.6% year-on-year house price increase is a powerful selling point that supports higher asking prices and shorter days-on-market.
• Presentation matters: Herron Todd White’s March 2026 analysis notes that buyers across Melbourne’s middle and outer rings are favouring properties with functional layouts and owner-occupier appeal rather than generic finishes. Box Hill South sellers who invest in presentation consistently outperform the median.

For Investors

• The $425 per week median rent, set against a $985,000 unit median, implies a gross yield of approximately 2.2% for units at median — typical for a blue-chip Melbourne suburb where the long-term capital growth story is the primary return driver.
• According to Herron Todd White’s March 2026 review, investors across Melbourne are increasingly favouring boutique buildings with functional layouts over generic high-density stock, a profile that suits much of Box Hill South’s unit supply.
• Low vacancy rates across Melbourne’s east (as highlighted by Herron Todd White March 2026) reinforce the rental income security case for investing in Box Hill South.

For a broader view of how eastern and northern Melbourne suburbs compare, the median house price in Brunswick is another useful data point for investors weighing up yield versus growth trade-offs across the metropolitan area.

How Does Collings Real Estate Help Buyers, Sellers, and Investors in Box Hill South?

Collings Real Estate brings decades of on-the-ground experience across Melbourne’s property market, combining local insight with proprietary data tools to deliver better outcomes for clients. Whether you are buying Box Hill South property for the first time, selling after years of capital accumulation, or building an investment portfolio, the Collings team provides frank, evidence-based guidance grounded in the kind of suburb-level data detailed throughout this page.

Free Property Appraisal

Understanding your property’s current market value is the essential first step for any seller or landlord. Collings offers a free, no-obligation property appraisal for Box Hill South owners, drawing on current comparable sales, active listing data, and local market conditions to give you an accurate, defensible price guide. There are no hidden obligations and no pressure — just clear numbers you can plan around.

To request your free appraisal or to explore off-market opportunities in Box Hill South, you can reach the Collings team directly:

• Phone: 03 9486 2000
• Email: info@collings.com.au
• Office: 230 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe, VIC 3079
• Off-market portal: Register for off-market Box Hill South listings

Access to Off-Market Properties

Given that Box Hill South regularly has fewer than five active listings at any one time, many of the best transactions happen away from public portals. Collings maintains an active off-market network that connects qualified buyers with vendors who prefer a private sale process. Registering through the Collings portal gives you early access to these opportunities before they reach the broader market.

Frequently Asked Questions About Box Hill South Median House Prices

What is the median house price in Box Hill South?

The Box Hill South median house price is $1.49 million for the April to June 2025 quarter, according to DataVic/REIV data compiled via the Collings CRM brain. This represents a year-on-year increase of 10.6%.

What is the median unit price in Box Hill South?

The median unit price in Box Hill South is $985,000 for the April to June 2025 quarter, up 8.1% quarter-on-quarter and 6.5% year-on-year (DataVic/REIV via Collings CRM brain).

Is Box Hill South a good suburb to invest in?

Box Hill South offers strong long-term capital growth credentials, a Walk Score of 100, minimal flood risk, and low inventory (just 3 active listings per CRMBrain 2026 data). According to Herron Todd White’s March 2026 review, Melbourne’s eastern suburbs are seeing renewed investor interest driven by rising rents and extremely low vacancy rates.

How many properties are for sale in Box Hill South right now?

According to CRMBrain 2026 data, there are currently 3 properties listed for sale in Box Hill South, reflecting the suburb’s characteristically tight supply conditions.

What is the median household income in Box Hill South?

ABS Census 2021 data (via the Collings CRM brain) records the median household income in Box Hill South at $1,928 per week, which sits comfortably above the broader Melbourne median and supports the suburb’s premium price points.

Box Hill South’s combination of strong annual price growth, world-class walkability, low environmental risk, and tight supply makes it one of Melbourne’s more compelling eastern suburb property markets heading into the second half of 2026. Whether you are ready to list, actively searching for a home, or evaluating an investment strategy, the Collings team is equipped with the suburb-specific data and local experience to guide your next move. Request a free property appraisal today by calling 03 9486 2000 or emailing info@collings.com.au.