Glenside suburb profile
Glenside is a picturesque suburb located just 5km southeast of Adelaide's CBD, known for its leafy streets and tranquil atmosphere. This charming area offers a mix of heritage homes and modern residences, appealing to families and professionals alike. Glenside is home to the popular Burnside Village shopping centre, providing a range of retail and dining options. The suburb is well-served by public transport, making it convenient for commuting to the city. With its proximity to parks and recreational facilities, Glenside offers a balanced lifestyle, combining urban convenience with suburban serenity.
Glenside property market performance
Property growth+28.2%Past 12 months
Glenside’s property market has experienced notable changes over the past 12 months, particularly in the unit sector. While house values have seen a modest increase of 4.9%, unit values have surged by an impressive 51.4%. Despite these changes, the median house and unit prices remain unavailable. Over the past three months, 9 houses and 14 units have been sold, indicating a higher turnover in the unit market.
The median days on market suggest that houses are taking longer to sell, with an average of 66 days compared to 54 days for units, reflecting a stronger demand for units. In terms of rental performance, house rents have seen a slight increase of 1.3%, while unit rents have risen by 8.2%, suggesting a growing interest in rental units in Glenside.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | N/A | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 4.9% | 51.4% |
Sold Past 3 months | 9 | 14 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 66 | 54 |
Average rent Past 12 months | $800 | $595 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 1.3% | 8.2% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Glenside demographics
Glenside, located in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide, is a charming and well-established area known for its leafy streets and proximity to the city centre. With a population of 2,852, Glenside offers a serene suburban lifestyle while still being conveniently close to urban amenities. The median age of 43 suggests a mature community, with many residents enjoying the peaceful environment and the suburb's rich history.
The suburb's housing landscape is diverse, with a significant portion of properties owned outright (37.3%), reflecting a stable and long-term resident base. Additionally, 24.2% of homes are owned with a mortgage, indicating a mix of established families and new homeowners. The rental market, comprising 38.6% of properties, provides options for those seeking flexibility, including professionals and families attracted to the area's reputable schools and parks.
Family life is a cornerstone of Glenside, with couple families with children making up 41.7% of the community, and couple families without children accounting for 44.4%. This balance highlights the suburb's appeal to both growing families and those enjoying a quieter lifestyle. The presence of one-parent families (12.1%) and other family types (1.8%) adds to the suburb's diverse social fabric. Overall, Glenside offers a harmonious blend of community spirit, convenience, and a touch of Adelaide's natural beauty.
Glenside infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Glenside continues to benefit from the staged redevelopment of the former Glenside Hospital site into a master-planned residential and mixed-use precinct, adding contemporary housing, landscaped public spaces, and community facilities that support medium-density living and underpin buyer demand.[3][8] This infill growth, combined with proximity to the expanding Burnside Village shopping centre and nearby medical and employment hubs along Greenhill and Fullarton roads, is strengthening the suburb’s appeal to professionals and downsizers seeking convenience and amenity-rich lifestyles.[1][5]
Access to quality education in surrounding catchments and established public transport links to the CBD via the main arterial roads continue to support strong rental and owner-occupier interest in Glenside.[1][2] Ongoing City of Burnside investment in local parks, streetscapes, and the Glenside Precinct’s open space network is enhancing walkability and green amenity, factors that typically translate into higher long-term desirability and resilient property values.[5][10]
Glenside rental market trends
The rental market in Glenside has experienced moderate growth, with house rents increasing by 1.3% over the past year to $800 per week, while unit rents have seen a more significant rise of 8.2% to $595 per week. This suburb continues to attract renters and investors alike, offering a balanced mix of affordability and potential for future growth.
Suburbs near Glenside
Some popular suburbs near Glenside include:
How does Glenside compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Glenside’s median house price is 32.4% lower than Glenunga’s.
- House price growth: Property prices in nearby Frewville have risen 44.4% more than in Glenside over the past year.
- Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Glenside have grown 39.2% higher than in Toorak Gardens.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Glenside are selling 2.9% faster than in Toorak Gardens.
- Selling speed for units: Properties in nearby Toorak Gardens are selling 3.7% faster than in Glenside.
- Investment considerations: In Glenside, the rental yield for house is 27.0% higher than the Adelaide average, while the rental yield for units is 21.2% higher.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Glenside have grown 41.1% higher than the average rate of growth across Adelaide.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Glenside have grown 54.4% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Adelaide.

