Woodards market snapshot
Aug 2026
Fairfield

Fairfield Property Market Report

Median House Price

$1,603,500

Median Unit price

$521,500

Av days on market

39 days

AV Rental per week

$625
Fairfield

Character and Community

Fairfield's period homes, the Station Street village and river parklands keep demand steady this month. Buyers are drawn by the character and the community feel, and those attending opens tend to have already decided on the area.

The market is measured. Buyers are comparing carefully and making considered offers in line with recent sales, so realistic pricing converts interest into results. Period family homes are the standout, with steady inquiry from families and professionals.

Owners who present their homes well and price to recent comparable sales are achieving results. In a considered market, the well-prepared home finds its buyer.

Fairfield Demographics

Median age

20-39

Population

6,535

Median rent

$800

Household income

$1,750 - $1,999

Dwelling structure
House
43.86%
Flat or Apartment
34.66%
Semi-detached or Terrace
21.33%
Other
0.15%
Home ownership
Rented
41.48%
Owned Outright
28.71%
Owner Mortgage
27.98%
Other
1.83%
Method of travel to work
Car
30.19%
Train
3.77%
Walk
2.48%
Bus
0.83%
Industry of employment
Professionals
42.75%
Managers
16.05%
Clerical and Administrative Workers
11.19%
Community and Personal Service Workers
8.63%

Market Performance

Median sale price
Properties sold
Auction clearance
Av days on market

Median sale price in Fairfield

Median sale price for houses in Fairfield is $1,603,500, down 1.6% from last year.

Median sale price for units in Fairfield is $521,500, down 17.2% from last year.

Properties sold in Fairfield

Properties sold for houses in Fairfield is 70, down 13.6% from last year.

Properties sold for units in Fairfield is 80, up 50.9% from last year.

Auction clearance in Fairfield

Auction clearance for houses in Fairfield is 63.6%, up 14.5% from last year.

Auction clearance for units in Fairfield is 87.0%, up 21.7% from last year.

Av days on market in Fairfield

Av days on market for houses in Fairfield is 54, up 42.1% from last year.

Av days on market for units in Fairfield is 24, down 33.3% from last year.

Sales data supplied by Domain

Sold Properties

Wondering what homes are actually selling for locally? Browse recently sold properties in the area

List
Map

Latest Articles

things to do in Melb shutterstock 1072826414 LR
Things to Do in Melbourne This AFL Finals Season

Melbourne is absolutely abuzz in September when finals footy starts up. This year it’s bigger than ever, thanks to the shake up of the new wildcard rounds.

Read full article
Outdoor Entertaining Upgrades That Add Real Value in Melbournes Climate
Outdoor Entertaining Upgrades That Add Real Value in Melbourne's Climate

We're a city that eats outside the moment the weather allows, fires up the barbecue through four seasons in one day, and treats a good deck as an extra room

Read full article
The Art Deco Apartment Revival  Melbournes Most Underrated Architecture 1
The Art Deco Apartment Revival

Art Deco arrived in Melbourne during the interwar years, when a wave of new technology and optimism was reshaping how cities looked and how people lived.

Read full article
shutterstock 2372147583 LR
25 Cosy Indoor Spots Across Melbourne for a Winter Weekend

Melbourne in winter has a sneaky charm – the kind that rewards anyone willing to brave the cold for the short trip between the car and a roaring fireplace.

Read full article

Melbourne's property market is moving. Find out what your home is worth right now.

Discover the hidden potential of your biggest asset — for free, in seconds. Choose an Instant Appraisal for immediate market value and suburb performance, or request an in-depth Agent Appraisal from our experienced local Woodards professionals.

No obligation. No pressure. Just clarity.

Instant Appraisal
Agent Appraisal
Find out what your home is worth instantly
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Book your expert property appraisal
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Northcote exterior

Northcote Office

Find Northcote's Best Real Estate Agents at Woodards


Find an Agent

All of our agents have the experience and local knowledge to guide you

Book an Appraisal

Whether selling or investing, an appraisal of value will give you the confidence to make an informed decision

Manage my Property

Switch to Woodards Property Management