52 Hawthorn Road
Burwood East, VIC 3151

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Area figures
- schools in Burwood East
- 5
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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 183,462
- children aged 0–14
- 26,982
- schools
- 50
- parks & libraries
- 33
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 76
Most-listed activities: Tennis, Soccer, Dancing School
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Mahoneys Reserve
Mahoneys Rd, Forest Hill, Victoria, 3131
522 m straight-line distance
Parkland Place Playground
Parkland Pl, Forest Hill, Victoria, 3131
568 m straight-line distance
Burwood East Reserve
Burwood Hwy, Burwood East, Victoria, 3151
1.4 km straight-line distance
Benwerrin Reserve
Burwood Hwy, Burwood East, Victoria, 3151
1.7 km straight-line distance
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Kids' Activities per Child: Australia's Best- and Thinnest-Covered Council Areas (2026)
Across Australia's big council areas, the AroundSchools directory lists a median of about 10 kids' activity providers for every 10,000 children — but in Melbourne's Wyndham it is 3.9, and in the City…
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Most Livable Suburbs in Victoria for Families (2026)
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Property Details
376 m²
House
RESIDENTIAL
Upcoming Events Nearby
Tue, 19 May · Nunawading
Junior Warriors - 8 Course Programe - Kung Fu Force AU | 20th May to 30th Dec-2026
Ages 6–13
Tue, 7 Apr · Nunawading
Family Season - The Round | Year 2026
Ages 4–99
Tue, 15 Sept · Blackburn North
Persian Playgroup - Facilitated
Ages 3–6
Sat, 1 Aug · Ashwood
Kids & Teens Art Birthday Parties - Glorious Studio | 2-Aug to 31-Dec, 2026
Ages 5–17
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
What's Nearby
Midlife Muso
42 Rustic Avenue, Burwood East
Studio Z Photography
16 Stevens Rd, , Forest Hill
Elevate Football Academy
465 Highbury Rd, Burwood East
Kieron Fenner - Violin Teacher
4 Banksia Street, Blackburn
Burwood City Football Club (BCFC)
Ballyshannassy Park, 465 Highbury Road, Burwood East
Foundation Football
1 Marcus Ave, Mount Waverley
Eastern Cheer & Dance Academy
2 Nurlendi Road , Vermont
Social Sport - Box Hill
High School Stadium, 1180 Whitehorse Rd, , Box Hill
Kung Fu Force AU
Unit 2/8 Havelock St, , Burwood
Nearby Schools

Burwood Heights Primary School
Cnr Hawthorn & Mahoneys Rds , Burwood East VIC 3151 Australia

Forest Hill College
178-180 Mahoneys Rd, Burwood East VIC 3151 Australia

Emmaus College
503 Springvale Road, Vermont South 3133

Aurora School
Blackburn South VIC 3130

Blackburn English Language School
Burwood East VIC 3151

Orchard Grove Primary School
101 Orchard Grove, Blackburn South VIC 3130 Australia
Nearby schools do not imply enrolment eligibility. Confirm catchments, year levels and childcare availability directly with the provider.
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Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Land Size: 222 m²
Property Type: Villa
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Downsize Freedom at 'Forest Gardens'
Description: Find freedom at 'Forest Gardens' in this sunny single level 3 bedroom villa unit tucked away in the estate's quiet end. The configuration makes for easy living with room for a guest, or as a starter home for young families wanting school zoning for Blackburn Lake Primary (STSA), close enough to walk to Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre. Number 15's north facing aspect ensures a bright interior, with plenty of open plan space at the center as your family zone and 2 new Split System air conditioners for added comfort. A spacious kitchen includes gas cooking and feature glass mosaic tiling, with its own adjoining meals area. For coffee in the sun, or a BBQ, the paved and covered courtyard provides the perfect sized al fresco area, with no lawn but room for pot plants and a herb patch, plus the added bonus of solar panels on the roof. The bathroom impresses with its twin basins at the stone top vanity, a full bath and dual fixed and handheld shower heads, set up to offer ensuite effect to the master bedroom. Low maintenance with a cute porch entrance, and secure internal entry via the garage, which boasts a brand new garage door, this could be the quiet life you've been looking for with the urban convenience of being close to the shopping mall, bus services, train stations, food outlets, medical centres, Aqualink pool and lovely lakeside walking tracks at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary.
Agent: Adam Docking - adam@mjdocking.com.au - 03 8877 7022
Agent: Ashley Bynon - ashley@mjdocking.com.au - 03 8877 7005
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Ready-made and refreshed modern apartment with Forest Hill Chase metres away!
Description: Modern comfort meets superb eastern convenience with this stylish apartment located a stone's throw to Forest Hill Chase! Ready-made for both owner-occupiers and clever investors, this smart 2 bedroom residence has been thoughtfully designed and also enjoys refreshed touches. The property has been newly painted as well as offering brand new carpet giving you interiors that dazzle with a refurbished feel. Double glazed windows add fantastic peace and quiet, with the living and meals zone promising sensational natural light and a low-maintenance design. The kitchen is splashed with stone and comes with top-of-the-range stainless steel ASKO appliances for those who adore cooking from home. Both bedrooms are also saturated in natural light, with the main bedroom featuring a long study nook. Both bedrooms also deliver BIR storage. Other delights include a striking bathroom with laundry including Bosch washing machine and dryer, extended balcony which runs the entire width of the property (ideal for meals and morning lattes), reverse-cycle heating and cooling, secure intercom, and secure car space. The property is also part of a very boutique complex. Forest Hill Chase offers a range of exciting attractions including cinemas, bowling, and dining options. You're also close to Blackburn South Shopping Centre, Blackburn Station Village, Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, schools, and buses. We donate a portion of our fee from every property transaction to the Woodards Foundation to support people experiencing homelessness, family violence and social isolation.
Agent: Mark Johnstone - mjohnstone@woodards.com.au - 03 9894 1000
Agent: Cameron Way - cway@woodards.com.au - 03 9894 1000
Burwood East, VIC 3151
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Perfect Downsizer Sanctuary/Family Home Spacious, Private & Low Maintenance
Description: Dual Occupancy on Its Own Title | No Owners' Corporation A Quiet, Quality Lifestyle Awaits. Whether you're a downsizer seeking space and privacy and space to share with your visiting family, a young family looking for a comfortable home, or an investor wanting a high-demand location, this property delivers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience and low-maintenance living. Privately positioned at the rear of the block, this immaculate three-bedroom, two-bathroom dual occupancy home offers the ideal blend of spacious indoor living, low-maintenance gardens, and wonderful privacy. Built in approximately 1997 and lovingly maintained by its one and only owner, the home is truly move-in ready. A quiet sanctuary away from the street, the property enjoys a beautiful connection to nature with its secluded cottage-style back garden, filled with birdsong including a charming gazebo/shade house. The outdoor area is perfectly complemented by a covered all-weather deck - complete with an automated Eclipse roof system and café blinds - ensuring year round entertaining is an absolute pleasure. Inside, the home offers excellent zoning and generous proportions. The formal lounge provides a peaceful retreat, while the open-plan kitchen, dining and casual living zone flows effortlessly to the outdoor deck and garden. The well-equipped kitchen features a gas cooktop, Blanco electric wall oven, and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, offering everything needed for easy everyday living. Accommodation includes three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and a master bedroom with private ensuite. The family bathroom includes a spa bath, shower and vanity. Call to book your inspection today. Key Features: Dual occupancy on its own title No Body Corporate Built approx. 1997 one owner, meticulously maintained 3 bedrooms, all with BIRs 2 bathrooms (master with ensuite; main bathroom with spa) Formal lounge + open-plan living and dining Well-equipped kitchen with gas cooktop, Blanco wall oven & F&P dishwasher Single dual-entry lock-up garage + ample driveway parking All-weather entertaining deck with automated Eclipse roof & café blinds Private, peaceful cottage garden with gazebo/shade house Brivis Buffalo ducted heating + Daikin reverse-cycle split system and ceiling fan Security features: trilock security doors, double deadlocks Low-maintenance living throughout Move-in ready, excellent condition Walking distance to Burwood One, #75 tram -Vermont South to CBD, Educational facilities all within 1km SEDA College, Forest Hill College, Blackburn English Language School, Burwood Heights Primary School. Deakin University close by.
Agent: Cooper Hill - reception@cooperhill.au
Vermont South, VIC 3133
Land Size: 355 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Peaceful Parkside Sanctuary for Family
Description: Facing the lush grounds of Devere Gardens and Kensington Gardens Playground, this elegant family home bestows an idyllic suburban lifestyle with low-maintenance ease. Nestled amid a lush garden setting, the home captures verdant vistas and a shower of sunshine, creating an uplifting ambience for daily living and entertaining. Wrapped in a warm-white colour palette and polished timber floors, the home is instantly inviting. The open plan living domain devotes room to relax with family and friends beside a gas fireside, while affording space for lavish family feasts. The kitchen is an easy aid to the avid cook, providing a full suite of modern appliances and hardwood cabinetry, while serving dishes over a breakfast bar into the dining area. Connecting with a sheltered patio and an easy-care yard, the home becomes a lively indoor-outdoor entertainer, indulging barbecue celebrations and boisterous kids' play beneath the northern sun. The accommodation places parents peacefully at the front of the home, pampered with a walk-in robe and a stylish ensuite. At the back of the home, two secondary bedrooms are generously sized for retreat and study, serviced by a luxe family bathroom and a separate WC. Finished by a laundry and a remote-controlled double garage, the home is cocooned in the comforts of ducted heating and evaporative cooling. Promoting a leisurely lifestyle, the home is situated footsteps from Davy Lane Reserve, local sporting clubs, and leading schools including Emmaus College, while minutes from Forest Hill Chase and Vermont South shopping centres, city-bound trams, and Nunawading station.
Agent: James Hatzolos - jhatzolos@rtedgar.com.au - (03) 8888 2020
Agent: Peter Sahinidis - psahinidis@rtedgar.com.au - (03) 8888 2020
Burwood East, VIC 3151
Land Size: 740 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: EXCEPTIONAL BURWOOD EAST FAMILY HOME 740 M² BLOCK
Description: Positioned on a rare 740 m² block in the heart of Burwood East, this versatile home offers space, comfort, and lifestyle. The property features multiple living and dining areas, including a bright sunroom, perfect for relaxation or entertaining guests. The well-appointed kitchen is ready for culinary adventures, while the double garage and plenty of storage spaces add convenience for modern living. Enjoy the low-maintenance garden and outdoor areas, ideal for spending time with family or pursuing hobbies. Located close to Deakin University, public transport, and several schools, this home combines practicality with lifestyle. Shoppers will love being just a short walk to Burwood One Shopping Centre, while the home's generous layout ensures room for everyone. This is a rare chance to secure an excellent, prime property in Burwood East.
Agent: Raymond Indrawan - raymond@winrealestate.com.au - 0403 364 188
Agent: Vincent Yeoh - vincent@winrealestate.com.au
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Land Size: 662 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: UNDER CONTRACT
Description: Family space, convenience, and a rewarding future. Positioned for exceptional family living, with opportunity to update or reimagine in your own time (STCA). Expansive living and dining domain filled with natural light Large original kitchen with ample bench space, walk in pantry, and servery window connecting the spaces Opening to a North-facing all-weather terrace overlooking the backyard, perfect for BBQs and alfresco entertaining Extra formal living room also with direct access to terrace Master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite Three additional bedrooms equipped with built-in robes Serviced by a central bathroom with convenient separate WC and laundry room Double undercover carport Perfectly located just a short walking distance to schools including Burwood Heights Primary, Forest Hill College, and Emmaus College. Ansett Reserve is at your doorstep, while the Burwood Highway tram is only metres away, offering effortless access to Burwood One, Burwood Brickworks, PLC, and Deakin University. A direct bus to Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre and Nunawading Station completes a location that keeps every convenience close to home. At Shape, we blend experience, creativity, and care. Our local team provides award-winning service that is supported by best-in-class technology. Our expertise spans residential property management and sales, commercial and project marketing. For a better idea of the value of your property, please contact us for an appraisal.
Agent: Nick Kamaretsos - nick@shapepropertygroup.com.au - 0438 774 249
Burwood East, VIC 3151
Land Size: 592 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: HIDDEN GEM WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL!
Description: Perfectly positioned in a quiet court location culminating at Lincoln Street Reserve, this family home poses plenty of potential whether it be as a renovation project, continue leasing the property to the current tenant or ultimately knock it down for future redevelopment opportunity (STCA). Set on a flat, rectangular block of 592sqm (approx.) allotment in the Burwood East Primary catchment zone (STSA), the property offers outstanding scope in a sought-after family friendly location. This retro red brick veneer residence presence Easterly facing lounge providing an inviting space to relax or entertain. The functional kitchen features electric cooktop, oven, breakfast bench, ample storage and adjoining meals area. Accommodation includes three bedrooms, two of which relish built-in robes and are serviced by a central bathroom with bathtub and separate shower. Stepping from the kitchen, you'll find access to a separate toilet, laundry and north-facing backyard with plenty of space for hosting friends, pets, watching the kids play around in the sunshine, and a storage shed. Additional features include a brand-new hot water system and a single carport with gated vehicle access to the backyard plus additional off-street parking. Positioned for ultimate convenience, you're within easy reach of East Burwood Reserve, Burwood One Shopping Centre, Forest Hill Chase, The Glen, Deakin University, Burwood Heights Primary, Forest Hill Secondary College, Emmaus College and PLC, as well as trams and local bus services - ensuring every lifestyle need is effortlessly met. A rare blend of comfort, location and potential, this is one opportunity you won't want to miss.
Agent: Katherine Yu - kyu@bigginscott.com.au - 03 9560 8888
Agent: Jody Yuan - jyuan@bigginscott.com.au - 9560 8888
Blackburn South, VIC 3130
Land Size: 645 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: The Choice Is Yours: Lifestyle, Income, or Future Potential
Description: Perfectly positioned this exceptional 645sqm (approx.) property presents endless possibilities in a tightly held pocket of Burwood East. Behind secure, high front fencing, a charming character home sits proudly on a wide 19.2m east-facing frontage, capturing stunning views to the Dandenong Ranges - and with the potential to unlock Melbourne city skyline views from a future double-storey development (STCA). Set at the top of the hill, this is a golden opportunity to live in, lease out, renovate, or redevelop - even explore a dual townhouse site (STCA) on this flat, rectangular block. Inside, the light-filled north-facing living zone is warm and inviting, basking in all-day natural light. High ceilings, dado-panelled walls, picture windows and quirky period touches offer unique charm, while modern updates like ducted heating, a spacious island-bench kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a neat central bathroom with shower-over-bath enhance livability. The flexible floorplan includes well-sized bedrooms, a separate laundry with second toilet, and a bonus rear rumpus room or home office with an open fireplace - perfect as a second living space or work-from-home retreat. Outdoor spaces are family-friendly and low-maintenance, featuring a treehouse and cubby house for the kids, plus a private paved entertaining area at the rear. This is a property with position and potential in equal measure - nestled between Blackburn Station and Burwood One Plaza, and within walking distance to top-tier schools like Orchard Grove Primary, St Luke's, Burwood East Primary, Forest Hill Secondary and Emmaus College. You'll also love the proximity to parklands, sporting reserves, and the 703 bus route with direct access to Monash University, Monash Medical Centre, Pinewood Shopping Village and Brighton Beach. Whether you're a first home buyer, growing family, savvy investor or developer - this is your chance to secure a rare flat block with massive upside in one of the eastern suburbs' most connected locations.
Agent: Anthony Molinaro - anthony.molinaro@obrienrealestate.com.au - 03 9894 2044
Agent: Harry Singh - harry.singh@obrienrealestate.com.au - (03) 9894 2044
Agent: Timothy Jagger - timothy.jagger@obrienrealestate.com.au - 9894 2044
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Real Renovators Delight
Description: Offered for auction under instruction from Homes Victoria, this two-bedroom unit presents a rare opportunity to secure a property brimming with potential in a tightly held and highly convenient Forest Hill location. Set in a quiet and peaceful pocket, the home is a true blank canvas, ready for those with vision to renovate and refresh. Whether you're a first-home buyer or renovator looking for your next project, this property offers the foundations to create something special. The property features two well-proportioned bedrooms, a functional layout, and the comfort of split systems, ensuring year-round liveability. Outside, a decent-sized private yard provides valuable outdoor space - ideal for entertaining, gardening, or future landscaping enhancements. While the property is to be sold in its current condition, the scope to add value is undeniable. With thoughtful updates, this residence has the potential to be transformed into a modern, comfortable home or a strong investment asset in a high-demand area. Location is where this property truly shines. Enjoy unbeatable convenience with close proximity to Forest Hill College, Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre, Aqualink Nunawading, Brentford Square Shopping Centre, Local parks, transport options and essential amenities. Opportunities like this are increasingly rare - a well-located property with solid bones, generous outdoor space, and enormous potential to renovate and capitalise.
Agent: Peter Schenck - peter@premierpropertyagents.com.au - 03 9878 4411
Agent: Burcu Akan - burcu@premierpropertyagents.com.au




















