Cheltenham is a well-established bayside suburb located about 19 km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD, prized for its balance of lifestyle and convenience. Home to the bustling Southland Shopping Centre, excellent schools, and a mix of classic family homes and modern apartment living, Cheltenham attracts professionals, families, and downsizers alike. With easy access to the beach, improved transport links including the updated Southland Station, and plenty of parks and golf courses, the suburb offers a relaxed coastal feel while staying closely connected to city life.
At Haitch Conveyancing, we make purchasing in Cheltenham a smooth and assured experience. From classic family homes on quiet, established streets to sleek new apartments near Southland Shopping Centre, this bayside suburb combines everyday convenience with lifestyle appeal. Our expertise in the City of Kingston’s planning framework allows us to guide you through zoning requirements, development opportunities, and Cheltenham’s ongoing transformation – from the Southland Station upgrades and improved transport links to revitalised retail precincts and growing green spaces.
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
Some parts of Cheltenham are affected by a Special Building Overlay, which flags land that may be subject to overland flooding (from urban drainage) during severe storms.
Cheltenham is a suburb with many established homes, gardens, and character in architecture and streetscape. There are neighbourhood character overlays (or schedules to such overlays) that regulate building height, setbacks, materials, roof forms, landscaping, front fence styles etc.
Certain properties or precincts in Cheltenham are under heritage overlays (local or state). Heritage overlays protect significant buildings, streetscapes or precincts, and enforce conservation of external appearance, materials, even landscaping or gardens in some cases.
As development increases (especially near activity centres, transit stations, and in precincts like SRL East), car parking, traffic congestion, access to amenities, and street capacity become crucial considerations.
Median house price $1.2 million. The market is strong, driven by demand for family homes close to schools, shopping, and the beach, with renovated properties and well-located blocks attracting premium prices.
Median unit price $640,000. The market is expanding, with modern apartments offering more affordable entry points and solid rental demand from young professionals and downsizers.
Getting Around
Cheltenham Station ( Frankston line) and several suburban bus routes.
Cheltenham offers a relaxed yet connected lifestyle, with Southland Shopping Centre as a major retail hub, plenty of parks, golf courses, and nearby beaches adding to its appeal. The suburb has a friendly, family-oriented feel, with excellent schools, cafés, and convenient transport making it popular with both young professionals and families.
Cheltenham is managed by the City of Kingston, which oversees local planning and development approvals, waste and recycling services, road and park maintenance, community facilities such as libraries and childcare, and long-term infrastructure planning to support the suburb’s growth.
Classic post-war family homes on large blocks, renovated character houses, and a growing number of modern townhouses and 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.
Cheltenham appeals to buyers because of its Bayside location, excellent transport, proximity to Southland Shopping Centre, and access to parks and beaches. Families are drawn to its schools, while downsizers and investors like the mix of established homes and newer developments.
Yes. Some areas of Cheltenham are affected by heritage overlays (especially around older residential streets), environmental overlays (near creeks and reserves), and design and development overlays (to control higher-density housing near Southland and the station).
City of Kingston covers the majority of Cheltenham, including the Southland precinct, residential streets, and community facilities, while the Bayside City Council administers the north-western pocket of Cheltenham, closer to the beach and Beaumaris.
Speak with our Cheltenham conveyancing team today for a fast, fixed‑fee quote.