Preston is a vibrant and diverse suburb known for its eclectic mix of culture, food, and community. Anchored by the ever-popular Preston Market and the buzzing High Street shopping and dining strip, the suburb offers a lively lifestyle with plenty of cafés, bars, and boutique stores. Housing ranges from heritage homes and post-war dwellings to modern apartments and townhouses, catering to a wide demographic. With excellent public transport and community facilities, Preston combines inner-city convenience with a strong community feel, making it one of Melbourne’s most sought-after northern suburbs.
At Haitch Conveyancing, we make purchasing in Preston a seamless and confident experience. From charming Californian bungalows and heritage homes on leafy streets to contemporary apartments and townhouses near bustling High Street and Preston Market, this dynamic suburb blends tradition with modern convenience. With our in-depth knowledge of Darebin City Council’s planning framework, we guide you through zoning requirements, redevelopment opportunities, and Preston’s exciting transformation.
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
Preston is seeing multiple residential developments, including 6-34 High Street, which is an 18-storey mixed development (apartments + townhouses) aiming to deliver modern living close to amenities.
Parts of Preston are affected by flood risk from Preston Main Drain. Buyers should check whether a property lies in a Special Building Overlay (SBO), Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO), or similar, and the requirements that overlay brings (floor levels, drainage, insurance).
As demand increases in well-connected suburbs like Preston, prices for houses (especially detached with character) are rising.
With approvals like the High Street development, there’s a trend toward higher-density living. This can affect privacy, overlook, shade, traffic, street character. Buyers should check what is approved near their desired property, since neighbouring new towers can change living experience.
Median house price $1.16 million. Highly competitive, with strong demand driven by its vibrant lifestyle, large blocks, and proximity to the CBD.
Median unit price $550,000. Steady market, with modern apartments and townhouses providing affordable entry points
Getting Around
Preston Station (Mernda line), tram routes along High Street, Plenty Road, and Gilbert Road. Several bus routes available.
Preston offers a lively urban lifestyle with a mix of bustling shopping and dining along High Street and Plenty Road, the popular Preston Market, and an evolving café and arts scene. Its combination of multicultural vibrancy, leafy residential streets, and easy city access makes it a highly sought-after suburb for families, professionals, and creatives.
Preston is managed by the City of Darebin, which oversees local planning and development, waste and recycling services, maintenance of roads, parks, and community spaces, as well as providing libraries, childcare, aged care, sporting facilities, and cultural initiatives.
Californian bungalows, Victorian and Edwardian homes, post-war family houses, 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.
Yes. Rental demand is strong thanks to proximity to the city, RMIT Bundoora, and La Trobe University. Apartments and townhouses near trams and trains are popular with students and professionals, while family homes attract long-term renters.
Yes. Preston has heritage overlays in certain precincts protecting historic streetscapes, and design and development overlays near High Street that guide medium-density projects. Environmental overlays also apply near creek corridors. Buyers should check with the City of Darebin for property-specific rules.
Preston is known for the Preston Market, High Street’s dining and shopping strip, and access to Merri Creek and Darebin Creek trails. It also has sports clubs, gyms, schools, and cultural facilities that make it a well-rounded suburb for families and professionals.
Speak with our Preston conveyancing team today for a fast, fixed‑fee quote.