Mitcham’s combination of relatively affordable housing – with a median house price of $1.2 million as of December 2025 – and excellent connectivity makes it particularly appealing to those embracing hybrid or fully remote work arrangements.
The suburb functions as a transport hub, offering access to both rail and road networks. Mitcham Station, on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines, currently provides a 35-40 minute commute to Flinders Street Station, useful for the days requiring city presence. However, the increasing prevalence of remote work means residents can leverage Mitcham’s larger property sizes compared to inner-city suburbs. Many homes offer dedicated study spaces, and the proximity to green spaces like Antonio Park and Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve provides opportunities for breaks and wellbeing. EastLink access facilitates travel to other employment centres, such as those in the eastern suburbs. Furthermore, Mitcham benefits from being close to major amenities like Eastland shopping centre in Ringwood, and has local services including Mitcham Private Hospital. School zoning for Antonio Park Primary, Mitcham Primary, and Mullauna Secondary College is also a draw for families.
Ultimately, Mitcham offers a balance of connectivity, lifestyle, and space, making it a practical and desirable location for the evolving needs of the modern workforce in 2026.