Area Hotlist — Essendon VIC

20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Essendon area

Area Hotlist — Essendon

1

Essendon Station

117 mentions

Essendon’s key rail hub offers quick links to the CBD and beyond, anchoring walkable living and transport ease across the suburb.

2

Essendon Primary School

108 mentions

A sought-after public school on the hill, praised for its leafy grounds, strong results and proximity to trams, trains and parks.

3

North Essendon Village

104 mentions

A lively shopping and dining precinct with cafés, grocers and boutiques—loved for its tram connections and relaxed village vibe.

4

Buckley Park College

99 mentions

A respected public secondary school in the heart of Essendon, regularly noted in family listings for its academic reputation and zoning appeal.

5

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar

93 mentions

A prestigious independent school with separate boys' and girls' campuses, attracting families from across Melbourne’s northwest corridor.

6

Lincoln Park

89 mentions

A leafy hilltop reserve with towering gums, sports ovals and play space, regularly featured in listings near Mt Alexander Road.

7

Windy Hill

85 mentions

Essendon’s spiritual home of football, Windy Hill is a historic oval and club precinct that still draws fans, players and community pride.

8

Mt Alexander Road Trams

82 mentions

The No. 59 tram line cuts through Essendon, linking cafes, schools and homes to the CBD, airport and beyond—supporting transit-based living.

9

Rose Street Shops

78 mentions

This strip near the station includes cafés, salons and boutique retail—one of Essendon’s most walkable and charming lifestyle pockets.

10

Essendon North Primary School

74 mentions

A high-demand public school with leafy surrounds and zoning appeal near the Keilor Road precinct. Popular among young families.

11

St Columba’s College

71 mentions

An all-girls Catholic school in central Essendon with heritage buildings, strong academic performance and a proud local legacy.

12

Maribyrnong River Trail

68 mentions

This riverside path offers scenic cycling and running routes connecting Essendon to the city, parks and neighbouring suburbs.

13

Essendon Fields

64 mentions

This mixed-use business and retail precinct includes shopping, offices and Essendon Airport—providing local jobs and everyday convenience.

14

Woodlands Park

61 mentions

A tranquil park with a lake, rotunda, duck ponds and play zones—ideal for picnics, strolling and weekend family time in north Essendon.

15

Keilor Road Dining Precinct

58 mentions

This vibrant strip blends modern cafés, wine bars and established restaurants just beyond Essendon North, drawing foodies and families alike.

16

Glenbervie Station

55 mentions

A quiet stop on the Craigieburn line, Glenbervie offers walkable access to leafy homes, schools and parklands in south Essendon.

17

Aberfeldie Park

52 mentions

Located by the river, this sprawling reserve supports footy, cricket, running and play—with sweeping views and open skies just minutes from the CBD.

18

Essendon DFO

49 mentions

Known for brand-name bargains, this outlet centre offers fashion, footwear and food—just minutes from the freeway and airport precinct.

19

St Therese’s School

46 mentions

This well-established Catholic primary in Essendon’s east serves a close-knit community with excellent walkability to nearby parks and shops.

20

Allison Park

43 mentions

This neighbourhood green space near Buckley Street is ideal for local strolls, morning dog walks and shaded family play close to home.