Julian Khursigara
Geelong, VIC+5
Melbourne · Bayside
Mentone is a well-established bayside suburb offering a balanced lifestyle of coastal charm and suburban convenience. Known for its family-friendly streets, beautiful beaches, and strong community spirit, it provides a relaxed, seaside atmosphere while maintaining excellent connectivity to Melbourne's CBD. The area is defined by its blend of heritage homes and modern developments, leafy streets, and a vibrant local shopping village.
Last reviewed 14 May 2026
Market snapshot
Official figures
Read 6 October 2026
Median house price by year1
At the 2021 Census
Sources
Mentone 3194 · Bayside. Medians describe sales, not the value of any one home.
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Why a buyers agent
Securing a property in Mentone requires navigating a competitive and nuanced market where local knowledge is paramount. The suburb has distinct pockets, and values can vary significantly based on proximity to the beach, the train line, or specific school catchment zones. A local expert can decipher these micro-markets, ensuring you don't overpay and are buying in a location that meets your long-term goals. They can also guide you through the highly competitive auction environment that often characterizes sales in this family-centric suburb.
Home to a high concentration of top-tier private and public schools, including Mentone Grammar and Mentone Girls' Secondary College, attracting families focused on quality education.
Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with beautiful, safe beaches, foreshore reserves, walking and cycling paths, and a vibrant local life saving club.
The upgraded Mentone Station on the Frankston line provides a reliable commute to the CBD, complemented by a comprehensive network of buses and easy access to the Nepean Highway.
A strong sense of community is fostered through local sports clubs and a friendly village atmosphere, with all necessary amenities including shops, cafes, and medical facilities close by.
Compare
| Metric | This suburbMentone | NearbyBeaumaris |
|---|---|---|
| Median house | $1,367,500 | $2,100,000 |
| Median unit | $695,000 | $1,095,000 |
| Year-on-year growth | +2.4% | +1.6% |
| 5-year growth | +30.2% | +21.7% |
| Rental yield | Not available | Not available |
| Postcode | 3194 | 3193 |
Official medians for 2025 from the state Valuer-General, and our calculations from them. Sources are on each suburb page.
The place
Located 21km south-east of Melbourne's CBD, Mentone is a premier bayside suburb renowned for its stunning coastline, prestigious schools, and village atmosphere. Its character is shaped by the beautiful Mentone Beach, which stretches along Beaumaris Bay, and its history as a 19th-century resort town.
Education is a major drawcard, with a high concentration of respected schools including the independent Mentone Grammar, Mentone Girls' Grammar, St Bede's College, and Kilbreda College, alongside the well-regarded public Mentone Girls' Secondary College. This educational precinct makes it a magnet for families.
Transport is centered around the recently upgraded Mentone Station, which provides a direct 40-minute train journey to the CBD on the Frankston line. The suburb is also well-serviced by numerous bus routes, including the 903 SmartBus, connecting it to major hubs like Southland, Brighton, and Dandenong. The Nepean Highway provides a primary arterial road link.
Shopping and dining are focused around Mentone Village on Como Parade and Balcombe Road, offering a mix of cafes, casual restaurants, and essential retail including Coles and Woolworths supermarkets. For major retail, Westfield Southland is just a short drive or bus trip away.
The suburb is rich in parks and recreational facilities. The foreshore features walking and cycling paths, and the Mentone Life Saving Club is a community hub. Numerous parks and sporting clubs for football, tennis, and bowls cater to an active lifestyle.
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