St Kilda is one of Melbourne’s most iconic bayside suburbs renowned for its vibrant mix of beachside living, nightlife, and cultural attractions. Famous for St Kilda Beach, Luna Park, and the bustling Acland and Fitzroy Street precincts, the suburb blends a lively entertainment scene with a laid-back coastal vibe. Housing in St Kilda ranges from historic Victorian terraces and art deco apartments to modern high-rise developments, attracting a diverse community of young professionals, creatives, and long-term residents. With excellent public transport links, abundant dining and shopping options, and its unique blend of energy and seaside charm, St Kilda offers an unmatched lifestyle in Melbourne’s inner south.
From historic Victorian terraces and art deco apartments to sleek modern developments near the beach, this iconic bayside suburb blends character, lifestyle, and convenience. With our in-depth knowledge of the City of Port Phillip’s planning framework, Haitch Conveyancing helps you navigate zoning requirements, redevelopment opportunities, and St Kilda’s ongoing transformation – from foreshore and transport upgrades to the revitalisation of dining, retail, and cultural precincts that continue to strengthen its unique appeal.
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
St Kilda has a wealth of older architecture — Victorian, Edwardian, inter-war, early modernist flats, and landmark buildings such as Edgewater Towers. Many streets and precincts are covered by Heritage Overlays.
One of St Kilda’s big appeals is its social and entertainment nightlife, but that comes with noise (street noise, nightlife venues), tram/traffic noise, especially closer to Fitzroy Street, Acland Street, Beach Road. Properties closer to the beach or entertainment hub might suffer more after dark.
Due to high demand, many newer apartments/townhouses are being developed, especially in infill sites or replacing older housing. Increased density can reduce views, privacy, increase overshadowing, pressure on parking, and strain local amenities. Oversupply in lower quality apartments further from good transport or amenity might slow capital growth.
Being a bayside suburb, some properties are exposed to sea air, coastal weather wear, salt corrosion. Also, parts of St Kilda may be subject to flooding or overland flow risk (depending on exact location) and may be under flood planning overlays.
Median house price $1.6 million. Highly competitive, with strong demand for heritage and character-filled homes driving high prices and steady growth.
Median unit price $505,000. Extensive and diverse, offering everything from affordable older apartments to luxury beachside developments.
Getting Around
Route 96 and Route 12 tram and local bus services.
St Kilda offers a vibrant and eclectic lifestyle, combining bayside relaxation with a lively entertainment and cultural scene. With St Kilda Beach, Luna Park, bustling Acland Street, and countless cafés, bars, and live music venues, it’s a suburb that blends leisure, nightlife, and community energy.
St Kilda is managed by the City of Port Phillip, which oversees local planning and development, waste and recycling services, and maintenance of roads, parks, and foreshore areas. The council also provides libraries, childcare, community programs, aged care, and cultural initiatives that support the suburb’s diverse community..
Victorian and Edwardian terraces, art deco apartments, contemporary townhouses, and modern high-rise 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.
St Kilda features a mix of heritage terraces, art deco apartments, modern high-rise apartments, and townhouses. Buyers can choose between character-filled older homes or newer developments with modern amenities.
Residents enjoy St Kilda Beach, Luna Park, the Palais Theatre, local markets, and a buzzing café and nightlife scene. Outdoor lovers can also take advantage of walking and cycling tracks along the foreshore. It’s a true lifestyle suburb with year-round activity.
Apartments in St Kilda can offer affordable entry into a bayside lifestyle, often cheaper than neighbouring Elwood or Middle Park. Eligible first-home buyers may use the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) and stamp duty concessions. However, it’s important to consider building condition, strata fees, and location when buying an older apartment.
Speak with our St Kilda conveyancing team today for a fast, fixed‑fee quote.