Philipson Sillah
14, Clarinda VIC 3169
Spacious Single-Level Living on a Generous 723sqm in a Prime Clarinda Pocket
Auction | $1,050,000 - $1,150,000
3 1 1 Open Saturday 6 June 12:00 pm ๐๏ธ About This Suburb (Last Updated Date: 2026-03-31)
History, Aboriginal heritage, and the story behind the name.
Clarinda โ Bunurong Country
Originally part of the 'Sandbelt' region used for market gardening and extensive sand quarrying. Post-WWII demand led to residential subdivision in the 1960s and 70s, transforming former pits into residential pockets and parklands.
A peaceful, low-density suburb characterized by wide streets, 1970s brick veneer homes, and a significant Greek and Southeast Asian demographic influence.
Overall Score
6.8
A solid performer for families, though held back by lack of direct rail access and environmental overlays.
Name Origin
Named after the 'Clarinda Park' estate, a property owned by early settler James Riley in the mid-19th century.
Established
Gazetted 1927
Green Wedge
Bordered by the Kingston Green Wedge, limiting urban sprawl to the south.
Sandbelt
Part of Melbourne's world-famous golfing precinct with sandy soil profiles.
Transformation
Former landfill sites are being converted into the 'Chain of Parks' regional link.
๐ Scorecard
12 key dimensions scored 0โ10. Each score includes a one-line explanation.
Market Momentum
6.5
Steady demand driven by spillover from Clayton and Oakleigh South.
Amenity
6.0
Good local shops and parks, but relies on neighboring suburbs for major retail.
Schools
7.2
Clarinda Primary is highly regarded; secondary options are accessible in nearby suburbs.
Transport
5.5
Dependent on bus networks connecting to Clayton and Huntingdale train stations.
Risk Profile
5.0
Environmental Audit Overlays (EAO) and historical landfill proximity require careful due diligence.
Liveability
7.5
Quiet streets and increasing parkland make it highly attractive for young families.
Demographics
7.0
A stable mix of long-term migrant families and an influx of young professionals.
Rental Demand
7.8
High demand due to proximity to Monash University and Monash Medical Centre.
Growth Potential
7.4
Strong upside as the 'Chain of Parks' project completes and Clayton's SRL hub develops.
Affordability
6.2
More affordable than Oakleigh, but prices have risen significantly since 2021.
Crime & Safety
8.0
Statistically safer than the Melbourne metropolitan average with low violent crime.
Walkability
5.8
Pockets near the Clarinda Shopping Centre are walkable; elsewhere is car-dependent.
โก Quick Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance, plus your top advantages and watch-outs.
Median House
$1,025,000
Steady 4.2% annual growth
Median Unit
$685,000
Popular with first home buyers
Family Ratio
74%
High percentage of households
CBD Commute
45-55 min
Via bus and Pakenham/Cranbourne line
Gross Yield
3.6%
For standard 3-bed houses
Open Space
18%
Percentage of suburb as parkland
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Key Advantages
- Proximity to Monash University and the Monash Employment Cluster.
- Strong sense of community with established multicultural roots.
- Larger block sizes (typically 530sqm - 650sqm) compared to inner-city suburbs.
- Direct access to the developing 'Chain of Parks' recreational corridor.
- Relative affordability compared to immediate neighbors Oakleigh and Clayton.
โ ๏ธ Key Watch-Outs
- No train station within the suburb boundaries; heavy reliance on buses.
- Presence of Environmental Audit Overlays (EAO) on specific land parcels.
- Potential for methane gas monitoring requirements near former landfill sites.
- Limited secondary school options within the immediate suburb.
- Traffic congestion on Clayton Road and Centre Road during peak hours.
๐๏ธ Suburb Overview
Character, property mix, price range and what drives value here.
๐๏ธ Character
Suburban Family
How this suburb feels day-to-day.
๐ Property Types
Predominantly detached single-storey brick veneer houses with increasing townhouse infill.
Dominant dwelling stock.
๐ฐ Price Range
$750k (units) – $1.35m (renovated houses)
Typical entry to ceiling.
๐ก Why It Matters
Clarinda serves as the 'affordable' gateway to the high-demand Monash corridor. It offers the space families crave while remaining close to major healthcare and education employment hubs.
๐ฐ Price Guide & Market Trends
Medians, rental market, 5-year history and property split.
๐ House Median
$1,025,000
$920k – $1.25m
๐ข Unit Median
$685,000
$580k – $780k
๐ Price Trend
+4.2% past 12 months
12-month movement
๐ Weekly Rents
Houses $620pw, Units $510pw
Current asking rents
๐ 5-Year Price History
๐๏ธ Property Type Split
Prices corrected slightly in 2023 but have rebounded strongly as buyers are priced out of Clayton and Bentleigh East.
๐ฏ Affordability
How this suburb compares to metro and state medians.
๐๏ธ vs Metro Average
12% below Melbourne metropolitan house median
Price comparison
๐ Income Ratio
8.8x average household income
Median price รท median income
๐ณ Gross Yield
3.6% gross yield
Estimated rental yield
More AffordableModeratePremium
Entry levelMid rangePremium
While no longer 'cheap', Clarinda offers significantly better value per square metre than Oakleigh. It remains accessible for dual-income professional families.
๐ฅ Rental Demand
Vacancy rates, demand pressure, tenant profile, and investor outlook.
๐ Vacancy Rate
1.1%
Lower = tighter market
โฑ๏ธ Days to Lease
18 days
Avg time on market
๐ Rent Growth p.a.
+9.5% pa
Annual rental increase
Demand LevelHigh
๐ค Tenant Profile
Monash University staff/students, healthcare workers, and young families.
๐ผ Investor Outlook
Strong capital growth prospects due to the Monash NEIC (National Employment and Innovation Cluster). Low vacancy rates suggest consistent cash flow.
๐ Growth Potential
Historical capital growth, infrastructure pipeline, and 5-year outlook.
+4.2%
1-Year Growth
+14.5% cumulative
3-Year Growth
+24.2% cumulative
5-Year Growth
๐ Growth Drivers
- Completion of the Kingston 'Chain of Parks' project.
- Spillover demand from the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) hub in Clayton.
- Ongoing gentrification as original 1970s owners sell to young families.
- Proximity to the Monash Medical Centre and Children's Hospital.
โ Headwinds
- Interest rate sensitivity among middle-market buyers.
- Environmental stigma associated with historical land use.
- Lack of high-density zoning limiting massive developer interest.
๐ฎ 5-Year Outlook
Clarinda is expected to outperform the wider metro average as it sheds its industrial reputation and benefits from the massive infrastructure investment in neighboring Clayton.
๐ก๏ธ Crime & Safety
Safety index, trend comparison, and what to check locally.
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Safety Score
Above Average
๐ Trend
Stable
vs last 12 months
๐๏ธ vs Metro Average
18% below metro average crime rate
Relative comparison
Risk Categories
Property Crime: Low Personal Safety: Low Traffic Incidents: Medium
๐ What to Check Locally
Standard residential security is sufficient. Focus on well-lit streets near the Clarinda Shopping Centre.
โ ๏ธ Risk Profile
Natural hazards and planning risks to verify before buying.
๐ Summary
The primary risks are environmental and structural, stemming from the suburb's history of sand mining and waste disposal.
๐ Flood Risk
Low risk; some Special Building Overlays (SBO) exist for localized drainage.
๐ฅ Bushfire Risk
Negligible risk; suburb is fully urbanized.
๐ฆ Insurance Impact
Generally standard, though properties directly adjacent to former landfills may require specific environmental disclosures.
๐บ๏ธ Planning & Zoning
Development controls, overlays, and what's changing locally.
๐ Typical Zoning
GRZ1 - General Residential Zone
๐ฒ Overlays
EAO (Environmental Audit Overlay), SBO (Special Building Overlay)
๐๏ธ Development Hotspots
Infill townhouses on larger blocks near the Clarinda Shopping Centre.
Zoning protects the low-density family feel but limits rapid capital gains from high-density development.
๐ณ Liveability
Day-to-day experience โ transport, amenity, green space, schools and healthcare.
๐ Transport
Bus-reliant; routes 703 and 733 provide key links to rail and university hubs.
๐๏ธ Amenity & Retail
Clarinda Shopping Centre provides essential retail (Woolworths); larger hubs are 10 mins away.
๐ฒ Parks & Recreation
Excellent access to Bald Hill Park and the future Chain of Parks corridor.
๐ซ Schools
Clarinda Primary and St Andrew's are local staples; secondary schools require travel to South Oakleigh or Clayton.
๐ฅ Healthcare
Exceptional access to Monash Medical Centre (3km away).
๐ฅ Demographics
Who lives here โ income, age, ownership, and education levels.
A diverse, stable community with a high proportion of multi-generational households.
๐ต Median Income
$82,400 pa
๐ Ownership
72% owner-occupied or purchasing
๐ Age Profile
Median age 39
๐ Education
Increasing percentage of tertiary-educated residents moving in for the Monash cluster.
๐ Age Distribution
High owner-occupancy rates typically correlate with better property maintenance and neighborhood stability.
๐๏ธ Major Developments
Infrastructure pipeline and what it means for values and liveability.
๐ Overview
Infrastructure is dominated by the 'Chain of Parks' and the nearby Suburban Rail Loop impacts.
๐ Positive Impacts
- Transformation of old landfills into 300 hectares of regional parkland.
- Clayton SRL station (2km away) will provide world-class rail connectivity.
- Upgrades to local community hubs and sporting facilities at Bald Hill Park.
๐ Negative Impacts
- Construction traffic from nearby SRL works in Clayton.
- Potential for temporary dust/noise from ongoing parkland remediation.
๐บ๏ธ Nearby Suburb Comparison
How neighbouring suburbs stack up on price, lifestyle and who they suit.
๐Clayton
Position North
Price Clayton is 15-20% more expensive
Lifestyle High-density, student-heavy, busier
Best for Investors and students
๐Oakleigh South
Position West
Price Oakleigh South is 10% more expensive
Lifestyle More industrial pockets but better golf course access
Best for Families wanting Oakleigh proximity
๐Dingley Village
Position South
Price Similar pricing
Lifestyle More isolated, very family-oriented, no rail
Best for Quiet-seeking families
๐ Similar Suburbs
Suburbs with a comparable profile โ useful if this one is over budget or sold up.
Mulgrave
VIC
7.0/10
Similar 1970s housing stock and reliance on the Monash employment cluster.
Vermont South
VIC
7.2/10
Quiet residential feel with no direct train station and strong primary schools.
Wheelers Hill
VIC
7.4/10
Greenery-focused with a similar distance to the CBD and lack of rail.
Bundoora
VIC
6.9/10
University-adjacent suburb with a mix of old and new housing.
๐ฌ Community Sentiment
Aggregated themes from resident discussions, forums and local feedback.
๐ Overall Community Sentiment
Residents value the suburb for its peace and safety, often describing it as a 'hidden gem' that is overlooked in favor of its busier neighbors.
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Community feel
It's so quiet here compared to Clayton. We know all our neighbors and the local Greek cake shops are the best.
Safety Quiet
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Value for money
I couldn't afford Oakleigh, but Clarinda gave me a full block for the same price as a unit there. The bus to the station is easy enough.
Affordability Transport
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Family life
The primary school is fantastic and the new parks being built are going to be amazing for the kids.
Schools Parks
๐ก Tailored Advice
Personalised guidance for every role in this market.
๐งโ๐ผ Buyer Strategy
- Prioritize the 'Golden Triangle' area near the shopping centre for better walkability.
- Check Section 32 documents specifically for Environmental Audit Overlays (EAO).
- Look for 1970s homes with 'good bones' that haven't been renovated to add value.
- Factor in the cost of a car; public transport is functional but not frequent.
- Investigate the specific history of the street to ensure it wasn't a former quarry site.
โ Questions to Ask the Agent
- Is this property subject to an Environmental Audit Overlay (EAO)?
- Has a soil test been conducted recently to check for subsidence or methane?
- What is the distance to the nearest historical landfill boundary?
- Are there any active Special Building Overlays for flooding on this specific lot?
- How many offers have been received from Monash-affiliated buyers?
- What are the local school catchment boundaries for secondary education?
- Has the property ever had structural underpinning?
๐ท๏ธ Seller Strategy
- Highlight the proximity to Monash Medical Centre to attract healthcare professionals.
- Emphasize block size and backyard space in marketing materials.
- Ensure gardens are well-presented to lean into the 'green' transition of the suburb.
- Target young families from Oakleigh and Clayton who are looking for more space.
- Provide a recent building and pest report to alleviate concerns about soil stability.
๐ฃ Positioning Tips
Position the property as a 'lifestyle upgrade' for those currently in units in Clayton. Focus on the 'Chain of Parks' as a future world-class amenity that will drive long-term value.
๐ผ Investment Case
Clarinda offers a higher yield and lower entry price than Clayton with similar tenant demand from the Monash cluster.
โ ๏ธ Investment Risks
Lower capital growth if environmental issues are not managed; limited high-density potential.
๐ Action Plan
- Target 3-bedroom houses on 500sqm+ blocks.
- Focus on properties within walking distance of bus routes 703 or 733.
- Consider a light cosmetic renovation to maximize rental yield.
- Verify all structural integrity due to the sandy soil profile.
๐ Renter Tips
- Look for properties with split-system cooling as many older homes lack central air.
- Check bus schedules before committing if you don't have a car.
- The area near Bald Hill Park is best for those with dogs or active lifestyles.
๐๏ธ What Renters Love Here
Quiet streets, larger backyards, and proximity to major employment.
โ ๏ธ Renter Watch-Outs
Older homes can be poorly insulated; check for dampness in winter.
๐ข Landlord Strategy
- Maintain gardens to attract long-term family tenants.
- Ensure compliance with new Victorian rental standards, especially heating.
- Consider allowing pets to tap into the high family demand.
๐ Compliance & Management
Standard Victorian residential tenancies act applies; pay close attention to gas and electrical safety checks every 2 years.
๐ค Agent Insights
- The market is tightly held; stock levels are usually low.
- Buyers are increasingly savvy about the landfill history; be transparent.
- The 'Monash spillover' is the primary driver of recent price records.
๐ฏ Marketing Angles
The 'Next Oakleigh' – emphasizing value, space, and the future green transformation.
๐ค Target Buyer Profile
Young professional families, healthcare workers, and multi-generational migrant families.
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Due Diligence Checklist
Tap items to tick them off. Don't skip these before signing anything.
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Verify zoning and overlays via VicPlan.โ
Review the Section 32 for any environmental notices.โ
Conduct a professional structural inspection focusing on foundation cracks.โ
Check the Kingston Council 'Chain of Parks' masterplan for nearby impacts.โ
Test for asbestos if the home was built before 1990.โ
Assess bus frequency and proximity to the property.โ
Evaluate the condition of the roof and guttering (common issues in 70s builds).โ
Check for any easements that might restrict future pool or extension plans.โ
Confirm the property is not in a designated bushfire prone area.โ
Review the most recent ABS Census data for neighborhood demographic shifts.โ
Inquire about any planned major roadworks on Clayton or Centre Roads.๐ Government Sources & Disclaimer
Official council and government links only. Always verify independently before any property decision.
๐ kingston.vic.gov.au ๐ abs.gov.au ๐ mapshare.vic.gov.au ๐ planning.vic.gov.au ๐ vba.vic.gov.au
โ ๏ธ Important Disclaimer
This report is based on data available as of March 31, 2026. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Buyers should conduct their own independent due diligence, including legal review of the Section 32 and professional building inspections.
