Abbotsford is a suburb of Melbourne, postcode 3067, located in the City of Yarra in the State Electorate of Richmond, 2klms from Melbourne City Centre. Current population is 8184.

Median House price in Abbotsford is $1,220,000, 42% above the Melbourne-wide median of $859,097. The median price for a Unit in Abbotsford is $600,000, 33% above the Melbourne-wide median of $450,00.

Whatever your idea of the perfect city, there’s a good chance that Abbotsford, an inner-city suburb of Melbourne, will fit the bill.

With its attractive blend of open green spaces and repurposed industrial architecture, it really does have something for everyone. There is a wealth of activities to suit families with children, whilst younger ‘arty’ types will find plenty to amuse them in the area’s cool cafes, bars and cultural amenities.

Collingwood Children’s Farm is popular with young families – children love to get involved and feed the animals and you can also purchase some of the farm’s produce. Families with older kids can enjoy boating at nearby Fairfield, with boats available to hire from the Edwardian boathouse there. And the beautiful Studley Park attracts visitors of all ages and interests, whether you want to walk, cycle or just relax and enjoy.

But Abbotsford has more to offer than just its parks and open spaces. On bustling Victoria Street, you can take your pick from numerous Vietnamese restaurants, or you might prefer the cafes and bars of Johnston Street or you can choose to chill in a cosy pub. And, if you’re looking for a little culture, at Abbotsford Convent you will find artists workshops and studios, markets and cafes, as well as an open-air cinema where you can enjoy a movie under the stars.

Properties range from renovated Victorian workers’ cottages to more upmarket townhouses and apartment buildings, with many old industrial buildings converted into modern apartments, whilst retaining the original character of the area.

Abbotsford offers all the amenities of an inner-city suburb, with plenty of open space and good transport links, both within and around the city. You will also find excellent supermarkets and schools, including a Steiner school. All in all, a perfect location that combines the amenities of a city with the open spaces of a more rural position.