Elwood Suburb Profile

It can’t be denied – Elwood is a good-looking suburb. From the sunny, toned Art Deco apartments that line its streets to the ample parks and beachfront promenade, this neighbourhood is white-picket fence lovely. Living in Elwood offers easy access to both the city and the ocean, providing residents with a charmed lifestyle by the bay. 

Leafy, community-oriented, and very liveable, Elwood is a tightly-knit neighbourhood. Nearby St Kilda is all about glitzy nightlife. In Elwood, it’s all about the thriving café scene. In fact, the neighbourhood excels in all things coffee and breakfast-related and draws brunch aficionados from across the city. When they’re not sipping lattes, locals can be found cruising down canal-side bike paths and jogging past the ocean, dogs in tow. 

Of course, Elwood’s star attraction is the beach. Come summertime, it’s a mecca for picnickers, bathers, and windsurfers. A haven for families and a hotspot for singles and couples who want that laid-back seaside existence within easy reach of the CBD, living in Elwood offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Loveable Elwood is a true crowd-pleaser. 

Area Features

Cafe Crazy

Friendly Elwood excels in all things café culture. From vegan and organic to fried and greasy – whatever your preference, this delightful Bayside neighbourhood has you covered.

Elwood Village

Elwood Village is the centre of all activity in this tight-knit community. Brunching or browsing, come the weekend, this is the place locals want to be.

Beach Time

From bathing to jogging to windsurfing, active locals can’t get enough of Elwood Beach. And when the sun’s shining, neither can the rest of Melbourne.