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Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a family property, or looking for an investment in the Yarra Valley, Healesville is one of the region’s most sought-after addresses – and we knows it better than anyone.

Based right here in town, our team has been selling, managing, and leasing property in Healesville for more than 20 years. Mark Gunther himself has been in the industry for over 40 years – and prior to opening his business in Healesville he was based in both Croydon, Lilydale and Yarra Glen.

We’ve helped thousands of clients, and our deep community ties mean we often know about the right property before it even hits the market.

Healesville Property Market

Healesville continues to be one of the most in-demand towns in Melbourne’s outer east, offering a rare combination of country lifestyle, local amenities, and accessibility to the city via the Maroondah Highway.

Median house price: ~$805,000–$825,000

Annual price growth: ~3.9% year-on-year

Average days on market: 43–53 days

Houses sold (past 12 months): approximately 89–123

Median weekly rent: $595 per week

Market data sourced from CoreLogic/Cotality. Updated periodically — contact us for the latest figures.

Why People Love Living in Healesville

Nestled at the gateway to the Yarra Valley, Healesville is famous for the Healesville Sanctuary, world-class cellar doors, award-winning restaurants, and a genuine sense of community. It’s around 52 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD – close enough for work, far enough to breathe.

The town centre offers a full range of services including supermarkets, schools (Healesville Primary, St Brigids Primary School and Healesville High School), medical facilities, and a lively café and dining culture. Properties range from character cottages and contemporary family homes through to large rural and lifestyle blocks on the town’s edges.

What Can Gunther Real Estate Do for You in Healesville?

Our Healesville team specialises in residential sales, rural and lifestyle properties, property management, and commercial real estate. Led by Mark Gunther — who brings over 40 years of industry experience — and our award-winning agents including Gary Lucas (Top Agent for Healesville 2025, realestate.com.au), we deliver results that speak for themselves.

Selling in Healesville?

We’ll provide a thorough, honest appraisal of your property’s value in the current market, a tailored marketing strategy, and the local buyer network to match your home with the right person. We’ve sold over 1,200 properties across the Yarra Valley — your home is in safe hands.

Buying in Healesville?

Our agents have intimate knowledge of every street, every pocket, and every price trend in the area. Whether you’re looking for a starter home, a family property with land, or a rural retreat, we’ll help you find the right fit.

Renting or Investing?

With a rental yield of around 3.75% and strong tenant demand, Healesville is a solid long-term investment. Our property management team handles everything — tenant selection, inspections, maintenance, and more — so you don’t have to.

Frequently Asked Questions — Healesville Real Estate

What is the median house price in Healesville?

The median house price in Healesville is currently $825,000, reflecting steady annual growth of approximately 3.9% and growth of 0.6% for the last 12 months. Units have a median of around $640,000 with a growth of 7% in the last 12 months.

How long does it take to sell a house in Healesville?

On average, homes in Healesville sell within 43–53 days of listing. Well-presented and correctly priced properties often sell significantly faster. Our team’s strong local buyer network helps reduce time on market – with our agency days on market being 35 – significantly lower than average. This indicates we price well, know our market deeply, and market properties strategically to get great results fast.

Is Healesville a good investment suburb?

Yes. Healesville benefits from strong lifestyle demand, limited land supply, consistent population growth, and proximity to Melbourne. Its rental yield of around 3.75% and steady capital growth make it attractive for both owner-occupiers and investors.

Get a Free Appraisal in Healesville

Thinking of selling? Not sure what your Healesville property is worth? Our free appraisals are obligation-free, accurate, and backed by decades of local knowledge. Call us on (03) 5962 3030, visit us at 4/169 Maroondah Highway, Healesville, or you can request an appraisal here.


Statistics provided by CoreLogic and Realestate.com.au 2026.