Brunswick East vs Fitzroy North
Brunswick East (median $1,335,000) is roughly 25% cheaper to buy into than Fitzroy North ($1,790,500).
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Brunswick East and Fitzroy North side by side
| Measure | Brunswick East | Fitzroy North |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,335,000 | $1,790,500 |
| Median unit | $535,000 | $626,500 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $998/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $690/wk |
| Owner occupied | 45.0% | 47.0% |
| Renter occupied | 53.0% | 49.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1130 | 1130 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 90 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 13,279 | 12,781 |
| Median age | 33 | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 623 mm | 611 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
- For buyers
- Brunswick East is the lower entry point at $1,335,000 median, 25% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- School and household data is too similar between the two to call a winner on family fit. Check the individual profiles for street-level school catchments.
Brunswick East vs Fitzroy North: common questions
Is Brunswick East or Fitzroy North cheaper to buy in?
Brunswick East has the lower median house price at $1,335,000, roughly 25% below Fitzroy North ($1,790,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
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