Forest Hill Property Market
& Suburb Profile

Positioned within the City of Whitehorse, the suburb is geographically defined by its placement between the busier commercial hubs of Box Hill and Glen Waverley, serving as a quieter, family-oriented alternative.

Originally a region of dense forest that gave way to fruit orchards in the late 19th century, the suburb underwent a significant transformation in the post-World War II era. This history is still visible in the suburb’s wide, leafy streets and the presence of mid-century brick veneers and weatherboard homes, many of which are now being replaced by modern townhouses or larger contemporary residences as the area undergoes a generational shift.

Lifestyle and amenity are the primary drivers for residency in Forest Hill, anchored by the Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre, one of Melbourne’s oldest and most comprehensive regional retail hubs. This center provides a central focal point for the community, housing major supermarkets, cinemas, and specialized retail. For recreation, the suburb is exceptionally well-serviced by the Aqualink Nunawading facility and the expansive greenery of Forest Hill Reserve and Mahoneys Reserve. Education is another pillar of the suburb’s profile, with Parkmore Primary School located within its boundaries and proximity to highly-regarded secondary institutions like Forest Hill College and Emmaus College. Furthermore, the suburb holds a unique place in Australian cultural history as the long-term home of the Fremantle Media production studios, where the television series Neighbours was filmed for decades, adding a layer of contemporary heritage to this quintessential eastern-suburbs landscape.