Blackburn is a leafy and established suburb in the City of Whitehorse. Known for its tree-lined streets, family-friendly atmosphere, and the beautiful Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, the area offers a perfect balance of nature and convenience. Blackburn boasts a wide choice of quality schools, local cafes, and boutique shopping strips, while excellent transport links make commuting simple. With a mix of charming period homes, spacious family residences, and modern townhouses, Blackburn appeals to families, professionals, and downsizers alike. Its strong community spirit and ongoing popularity continue to underpin both lifestyle and long-term investment value.
At Haitch Conveyancing, we make buying in Blackburn a straightforward and stress-free experience. From charming period homes surrounded by leafy streets to modern townhouses close to Blackburn Station, the suburb caters to families, professionals, and downsizers alike. Our team has a deep understanding of the City of Whitehorse’s planning rules, including heritage overlays, vegetation protection, and zoning requirements, as well as future infrastructure projects that may shape the area’s growth. We’re dedicated to safeguarding your interests by thoroughly reviewing contracts, identifying potential risks, and giving you the confidence to secure the right property in this sought-after and community-focused suburb.
Comprehensive conveyancing for all residential property matters across Melbourne and Victoria.
Fixed-fee conveyancing for houses, apartments, and townhouses. We review contracts, conduct searches, and protect your interests from offer to settlement.
From Section 32 to settlement, we prepare compliant documentation, manage negotiations, and ensure a smooth, on‑time sale.
Seamless property transfers between family members, partners, and trusts. Stamp duty and title transfer services included.
Off‑the‑plan, subdivisions, related‑party sales, and complex matters handled with precision and clear communication.
One clear fee, no hidden extras — know exactly what you’ll pay from day one.
Handled by an experienced team working alongside property lawyers for added legal protection.
Fast responses and regular updates so you’re always in the loop.
Covered by the LPLC’s professional indemnity insurance — the same comprehensive cover used by Victorian law firms.
Navigate local property complexities with confidence
Blackburn has many period and mid-century homes, and parts of the suburb are covered by heritage overlays or Neighbourhood Character Overlays. These can limit demolition or external alterations, so buyers should check restrictions before planning renovations or redevelopments.
The suburb is renowned for its leafy environment, particularly around Blackburn Lake Sanctuary. Significant trees and vegetation may be subject to Vegetation Protection Overlays, which can restrict tree removal or require council permits for landscaping changes.
While some areas allow for townhouse or multi-unit development, others are zoned for low-density residential living to preserve Blackburn’s character. Buyers considering investment or redevelopment should confirm zoning with Whitehorse City Council.
As a leafy eastern suburb with excellent schools and lifestyle appeal, Blackburn attracts high buyer demand, often leading to competitive auctions and premium prices. Buyers should be well-prepared with finance and a clear bidding strategy.
Median house price $1.606 million. The Blackburn house market is highly sought-after, with leafy family homes on generous blocks commanding premium prices and strong demand from families and professionals.
Median unit price $781,500. The Blackburn unit market offers a more affordable entry point into the suburb, attracting downsizers, first-home buyers, and investors seeking convenience near transport, schools, and shopping.
Getting Around
Blackburn Station (Belgrave and Lilydale Metro lines), and suburban bus routes.
Living in Blackburn
Blackburn offers a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle with leafy streets, abundant green spaces, and the tranquil Blackburn Lake Sanctuary at its heart. The suburb combines nature with convenience, featuring quality schools, local cafes, and boutique shopping, while excellent train and freeway connections make commuting to the city easy.
Whitehorse City Council is responsible for local governance including planning & zoning, setting rules for land use (heritage overlays, vegetation protection, setbacks, etc.); maintaining infrastructure and public amenities (roads, footpaths, parks, drainage, community centres); providing services such as libraries, waste & recycling, health & wellbeing programs; enforcing local laws, building permits, safety standards; and making strategic plans for the future (urban growth, environmental sustainability, open space, and community safety).
Detached homes, townhouses, apartments,
We clarify your goals, timelines, and any risks so you know exactly what to expect.
We review all documents, run required checks, and negotiate amendments where needed.
Stay updated at every milestone with clear communication from our Melbourne team.
We coordinate with all parties to complete settlement on time and without stress.
We work on a fixed professional fee structure (not hourly). Your quote includes contract review, settlement coordination and standard searches. On top of the professional fee there are disbursements (government/council/title searches, water/rates, planning checks) that we pay on your behalf and itemise upfront. If anything outside the standard scope is needed (e.g., extra negotiations, urgent settlement changes, additional certificates), we’ll confirm costs first, no surprises.
Pre-purchase contract & Section 32 review (for buyers) or Section 32 preparation (for sellers)
Title, plan and council/rates searches, water authority enquiries, planning/overlay checks
Owners corporation certificate order/review where applicable (apartments/townhouses)
Stamp duty & concession guidance, settlement figures and adjustments
Liaison with your agent, lender and the other side’s conveyancer/solicitor
Digital settlement coordination (PEXA) and post-settlement confirmation
Plain-English updates at each milestone
Yes. Send us the Contract of Sale and Section 32 before you sign. We’ll flag risks, explain the fine print in plain English, and advise on amendments or special conditions (e.g., finance/building clauses, settlement date changes) so you can proceed with confidence.
Most contracts settle in 30, 60 or 90 days. Timing depends on what’s agreed in the contract, your finance approval, and any special conditions (e.g., building/pest). We drive the process, keep everyone aligned, and let you know if anything could affect your settlement date.
Blackburn is known for its tree-lined streets, Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, and family-friendly vibe. It offers a balance of nature and convenience, with excellent schools, cafes, and shopping options nearby. Its location also makes it highly sought after.
With strong capital growth trends in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, Blackburn offers a safe investment option. Properties near the lake, schools, and station attract strong demand. Rental yields average 2.5–3.5%, but the suburb’s long-term growth and lifestyle appeal make it particularly attractive to investors and homebuyers alike.
Blackburn has its own train station on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines, taking about 25 minutes to reach the CBD. Multiple bus routes service the area, and the Eastern Freeway is easily accessible for drivers.
Speak with our Blackburn conveyancing team today for a fast, fixed‑fee quote.