South Yarra Suburb Profile

In equal parts polished and trendy, living in South Yarra is a real crowd-pleaser. For young families, there are tree-lined streets, impressive schools, and spacious homes. For the old guard, there’s the area’s long-standing prestige, stately abodes, and a fine dining scene. For the younger crowd, there’s buzzing Chapel Street with all its eating, drinking, dancing, and shopping delights on hand. Needless to say, this is a highly sought-after postcode. 

An established suburb with an impressive pedigree, living in South Yarra offers a luxurious lifestyle of fine dining, designer boutiques, lush green spaces, and stately homes. Refined Toorak Road boasts high-end stores, glamorous restaurants, and a sleek café culture, while Domain Road brings a more low-key, park-centric feel. Close to the CBD and home to some of the city’s most expensive real estate, South Yarra continues to captivate Melbourne’s well-heeled residents. 

Something of a Melbourne icon, lively Chapel Street with its younger demographic brings a whole new feel to the mix. Starting in Windsor and stretching through to Prahran, the bulk of this celebrated strip lies in South Yarra. With its mix of hip bars, restaurants, and late-night clubs, it has brought a welcome lively and eclectic feel to the area. 

Area Features

Chapel Street

Vibrant Chapel Street is the beating heart of South Yarra, complete with all the drinking, dining, dancing and boutique shopping options anyone could wish for.

Schools

Some of Melbourne’s most prestigious private schools call South Yarra home, making it a popular choice for established Melbourne families.

The Botanical Gardens

Whether it’s running laps around The Tan, or picnicking in the lush green spaces The Botanical Gardens are a much-loved Melbourne institution.