Brunswick East 6
Local council Merri-bek
Postcode 3057
Population 13,279
Suburb Profiles

What’s to love in Brunswick East

Just 5km north of the CBD, Brunswick East is renowned for its eclectic mix of trendy cafés, quirky shops, and bustling markets, which create an energetic local atmosphere. This suburb is also known for its thriving arts and music scene, with live performances and creative events on rotation. Enjoy the best of café culture by day, followed by a vibrant nightlife, with bars, pubs, and music venues dotting the well-known hotspots of Sydney Road and Lygon Street.

With an abundance of parks, bike paths, and community gardens, Brunswick East promotes a healthy and active lifestyle and fosters the creation of friendly connections. A prime location – just a stone's throw from the city centre, plus tram lines along Lygon Street and Sydney Road, allow for an effortless commute.

Median House Price

$1,305,000

Median Unit price

$518,000

Av days on market

32 days

AV Rental per week

$709

Brunswick East Demographics

Median age

20-39

Population

13,279

Median rent

$828

Household income

$2,000 - $2,499

Dwelling structure
Flat or Apartment
50.79%
Semi-detached or Terrace
25.79%
House
22.63%
Other
0.80%
Home ownership
Rented
53.45%
Owner Mortgage
26.59%
Owned Outright
18.04%
Other
1.92%
Method of travel to work
Car
22.22%
Walk
2.90%
Bus
0.41%
Train
0.31%
Industry of employment
Professionals
45.53%
Managers
15.85%
Clerical and Administrative Workers
11.20%
Community and Personal Service Workers
8.48%

Market Performance

Median sale price
Properties sold
Auction clearance
Av days on market

Median sale price in Brunswick East

Median sale price for houses in Brunswick East is $1,305,000, down 0.9% from last year.

Median sale price for units in Brunswick East is $518,000, down 1.3% from last year.

Properties sold in Brunswick East

Properties sold for houses in Brunswick East is 166, down 2.4% from last year.

Properties sold for units in Brunswick East is 371, up 15.2% from last year.

Auction clearance in Brunswick East

Auction clearance for houses in Brunswick East is 71.6%, down 1.2% from last year.

Auction clearance for units in Brunswick East is 64.7%, down 5.3% from last year.

Av days on market in Brunswick East

Av days on market for houses in Brunswick East is 35, down 5.4% from last year.

Av days on market for units in Brunswick East is 29, down 12.1% from last year.

Sales data supplied by Domain

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