Montrose is a quiet, well-established northern suburb of Hobart, positioned within the City of Glenorchy along the western shore of the River Derwent. Known for its practicality, relaxed pace and easy access to services, Montrose offers a straightforward lifestyle just minutes from major shopping, schools and transport, making it a dependable choice for those wanting convenience without the inner-city pace.
Where is Montrose?
Located 10 kilometres north-west of Hobart’s CBD, the suburb enjoys direct access to the Brooker Highway, making commuting to Hobart and the surrounding areas simple and efficient.
Montrose is bordered by nearby suburbs including Glenorchy, Rosetta, Lutana, Goodwood and Moonah, placing it close to a range of residential areas, local services and recreational spaces.
Postcode: 7010
Montrose to Hobart: 10-15 mins drive, 10 km
Population of 2,313 in the 2021 Census.
The size of Montrose is approximately 2.9 square kilometres.
Real estate in Montrose
Montrose offers a diverse mix of housing, from character-filled period homes and classic family residences through to modern units, new developments and unique lifestyle blocks. Positioned within the City of Glenorchy, the suburb is known for its elevated pockets, water outlooks in select areas, and convenient access to everyday amenities.
One of Montrose's defining features is its strong presence of established homes on generous blocks, many of which showcase original Tasmanian craftsmanship, mature gardens, and renovation potential. These properties often appeal to buyers seeking space, character, and long-term value in a well-connected location near Hobart.
Alongside its older properties, Montrose also includes modern townhouse and unit developments, particularly in quieter streets and elevated positions. These homes are popular with first-home buyers, downsizers, and investors seeking low-maintenance living with easy access to transport, schools, and shopping in nearby Glenorchy.
The suburb also features occasional lifestyle opportunities, including larger blocks and properties with water or bushland outlooks, offering privacy and a more relaxed feel while still being just minutes from major services.
Across Montrose, property demand is driven by its convenience, affordability relative to inner Hobart suburbs, and its balance of established character homes and contemporary living options, making it a consistently attractive pocket for a wide range of buyers.
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Transport availability
Public transport in Montrose is easily accessible, with regular bus services running along the Brooker Highway connecting the suburb to Hobart and surrounding northern suburbs.
Road access is a major advantage of Montrose, with direct access to the Brooker Highway, making travel to Glenorchy and Hobart straightforward and efficient for commuters.
Cycling and walking routes are also available nearby, including access to the Hobart Intercity Cycleway and foreshore connections along the River Derwent, providing additional options for local travel and recreation.
Things to do
Montrose offers a quiet, residential lifestyle. Locals make use of the suburb's access to the western shore, enjoying peaceful foreshore walks, open green spaces and relaxed spots to sit and take in the water views. The suburb also features local parks and community open spaces that are ideal for casual recreation, picnics and time outdoors with family or pets.
Montrose is home to the Montrose Foreshore Community Park, a relaxed riverside space on the edge of the River Derwent that brings together recreation and a welcoming community feel. The park is a popular local spot for families and outdoor activities, featuring playground equipment, open grassed spaces and direct access to the water's edge. Nearby, the Montrose skate park provides a dedicated space for skaters and scooter riders, adding to the suburb's casual, everyday recreation options.
Set along the Derwent foreshore, Montrose Bay Yacht Club offers a welcoming space for locals to enjoy sailing, racing and community events. It's a long-standing part of Montrose, adding to the suburb's relaxed, waterfront lifestyle.
A standout feature of the area is the bridge walk and connecting pathways linking the suburb to other suburbs along the foreshore, creating an easy, scenic route for walking or cycling. This network of paths allows locals to move between residential areas and the park while enjoying elevated glimpses of the river and the surrounding landscape.
Within Montrose, there are also simple suburban walks through quiet streets and elevated pockets that offer glimpses of the river and the surrounding landscape. Areas around local facilities, such as Montrose Bay High School, contribute additional open space for recreation outside of school hours.
Montrose offers a peaceful, residential lifestyle shaped by open space, nature, and everyday outdoor living, rather than by busy commercial or entertainment areas. When more is needed, it's just a short drive to nearby lifestyle hubs, including Hobart, Glenorchy, Moonah, North Hobart, and the foothills of Mount Wellington.
Nature and recreation
The Montrose Fire Trail is a 5km out-and-back bush track starting at the end of Upper Montrose Road in Montrose, within nearby Wellington Park. It's a dirt and gravel fire trail with around 360m of elevation gain, typically taking 2–2.5 hours to complete. Popular with mountain bikers and walkers, the trail offers a consistent climb before returning downhill, and can also connect into other tracks within the broader Wellington Park network for those wanting a longer adventure.
The famous Hobart Intercity Cycleway runs straight through Montrose.
“From the Cenotaph, the cycleway follows the Derwent River upstream, passing under the Tasman Bridge and close by the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Further on, the playground at Cornelian Bay is just a short side trip away and an excellent spot for a snack or picnic. The cycleway then leaves the river edge and soon reaches New Town Rivulet, from where keen riders can continue on to MONA and Claremont.” Greater Hobart Trails.
Restaurants and cafes
Montrose is home to some much-loved local favourites that add real warmth and convenience to the area's everyday lifestyle, including Caffeine Palace and Saint Hugo's Café.
Caffeine Palace is a relaxed local café known for its easy-going atmosphere and great coffee, making it a popular stop for residents picking up their morning brew or catching up with friends. It's the kind of neighbourhood spot that feels familiar quickly, adding to Montrose's friendly, community-focused feel.
Just across the way, Saint Hugo's Café is another local favourite, offering quality coffee, fresh food, and a welcoming space that has become a go-to for locals. The team at Saint Hugo's recently extended a particularly warm welcome to the Fall Real Estate team as we settled into our new Montrose office, kindly providing delicious platters and helping us feel right at home in the community. It's gestures like this that reflect the genuine community spirit in Montrose, and we're grateful to be part of it.
For great coffee, good food, and a friendly local atmosphere, both Caffeine Palace and Saint Hugo's are well worth a visit.
Shopping and services
IGA X-Press Rosetta store and bakery is a key everyday convenience hub located just inside Montrose, offering a range of groceries, fresh produce, deli items, bakery goods, and household essentials.
Amcal+ Pharmacy Rosetta provides essential pharmacy services including prescriptions, health advice, and everyday wellbeing products. It plays an important role in supporting the local community's healthcare needs and convenience.
Montrose Family Medical Centre provides general medical care, check-ups and ongoing support for individuals and families, located between Amcal and IGA X-Press.
Max Coombes & Son is a long-standing Tasmanian business specialising in blinds, awnings and screening solutions. Based locally, it services both residential and commercial customers with made-to-measure products and installation support.
National Storage Montrose offers a range of storage solutions, including household, vehicle, boat and business storage. Located on Main Road, it provides secure, flexible space options for locals needing extra room.
Richmond Rolling Solutions Tasmania sells rolling solutions from wheels and castors to trolleys, dollies, lifting equipment, conveyor solutions, gate systems, and more from its Montrose base.
Midland Tractors is a well-known agricultural machinery business supplying John Deere tractors and farm equipment, serving both local operators and the wider Tasmanian rural sector from its Montrose location.
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Local schools
Montrose Bay High School is a well-established local secondary school overlooking the Derwent River, offering education from Years 7 to 12. Known for its modern facilities and strong focus on student engagement, wellbeing and personalised learning, the school supports students at all stages of their development. Drawing from surrounding northern suburbs, it plays an important role in the Montrose community, with a reputation for fostering growth, connection and opportunity in a supportive environment.
For primary school, Montrose is zoned to two local public schools, with your address determining enrolment at either Rosetta Primary School or Glenorchy Primary School. Both are well-regarded within the community, giving families accessible, close-to-home schooling options.
Rosetta Primary School is a welcoming local primary school serving students from Prep to Grade 6, with a strong focus on building a positive, inclusive community. Guided by its vision of "Learning for Life," the school encourages students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally through a broad curriculum that includes specialist programs in areas such as music, health and physical education, and languages.
Glenorchy Primary School is a long‑established local public primary school serving families across Glenorchy and the northern suburbs. Catering to students from kindergarten through to Year 6, the school prides itself on a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Guilford Young Campus in Glenorchy is a well‑regarded senior secondary school that is part of the wider Catholic education network in Tasmania. Catering to Years 11 and 12, the campus provides a supportive and engaging learning environment, with a broad curriculum designed to help students achieve strong academic outcomes and develop skills for future study or employment.
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