Finding the right display home in Victoria has never been easier, with dozens of leading builders showcasing their latest designs across Melbourne and regional growth areas. Whether you’re planning to build soon or simply gathering ideas, exploring display homes in person is the best way to understand layout, finishes, and the lifestyle offered in each community. The ideal starting point is OpenLot.com.au's full statewide directory of display villages in Victoria, which allows you to browse every active location and filter by region, builder, or home style.
Visit 51 display villages & 931 display homes across Melbourne North, Melbourne West, Melbourne South East, Geelong, Gippsland, Ballarat, Bendigo and Melbourne East in 3D tours via OpenDisplay on OpenLot.com.au.
Melbourne North
Melbourne’s northern corridor continues to be one of the state’s strongest growth regions, offering a wide range of display villages suited to first-home buyers, families, and investors. Areas such as Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Mickleham, and Wollert are home to large masterplanned communities where multiple leading builders showcase their latest designs. Display villages in the north typically feature contemporary family homes, spacious layouts, and convenient access to new schools, parks, and transport upgrades.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Peppercorn Hill Estate – Donnybrook
- Olivine Estate – Donnybrook
- Stockland Highlands – Mickleham
- Stockland Cloverton – Kalkallo
- Everley Estate – Sunbury
- Ooranya Estate – Beveridge
- Botanical Estate – Mickleham
- Merrifield – Mickleham
- Stockland Aurora – Wollert
- Redstone Estate – Sunbury
- Willow Estate – Gisborne
- Stockland Katalia – Donnybrook
- Aspect – Mernda
Melbourne West
The western suburbs remain a powerhouse for new development, with some of Victoria’s biggest and most comprehensive display villages. Estates across Werribee, Tarneit, Truganina, Wyndham Vale, and Rockbank offer dozens of display homes from a large mix of builders. Buyers can explore everything from compact homes for young couples to expansive double-storey designs for growing families. The west is also known for well-integrated community planning, with emerging town centres, wetlands, and future rail connections driving strong demand.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Manor Lakes Estate – Manor Lakes
- Stockland Mt. Atkinson – Truganina
- Bluestone Estate – Tarneit
- Stockland Harpley – Werribee
- Alamora Estate – Tarneit
- Newhaven Estate – Tarneit
- Exford Waters Estate – Weir Views
- Attwell Estate – Deanside
- Woodlea Estate – Aintree
- Windermere Estate – Mambourin
Melbourne South East
The south-east corridor continues to attract buyers seeking established amenities paired with new housing opportunities. Display villages in Clyde, Clyde North, Cranbourne, and Officer allow you to explore a variety of modern home designs in thriving communities. These estates often feature linear parks, waterways, sports facilities, and convenient access to major shopping hubs. The south-east is particularly popular with families looking for schools, lifestyle infrastructure, and a strong sense of community.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Smiths Lane Estate – Clyde North
- Stockland Averley – Nar Nar Goon North
- Stockland Evergreen – Clyde
- Orana Estate – Clyde North
- Kaduna Park Estate – Officer South
- Stockland Minta – Berwick
- Meridian Estate – Clyde North
- Berwick Waters Estate – Clyde North
Geelong
Geelong continues to grow as one of Victoria’s most in-demand lifestyle regions, supported by a strong pipeline of new communities. Display villages in Armstrong Creek, Charlemont, Lara, and Lovely Banks provide an excellent range of homes for those seeking a coastal-influenced lifestyle without compromising affordability. These villages often highlight open-plan living, outdoor entertaining, and contemporary façades designed to suit the region’s coastal and suburban streetscapes.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Stockland Banksia – Armstrong Creek
- Gen Fyansford Estate – Fyansford
- Austin Estate – Lara
- Sanctuary Springs Estate – Leopold
- Coridale Estate – Lara
- Armstrong Estate – Mount Duneed
- Lara Lakes Estate – Lara
- Anchoridge Estate – Armstrong Creek
Gippsland
Gippsland offers a more relaxed lifestyle with access to regional centres, open landscapes, and coastal attractions. Display villages in areas such as Warragul and Traralgon give buyers the chance to explore modern home designs tailored to larger blocks and a slower pace of living. Many display homes in Gippsland emphasise natural light, functional family layouts, and generous outdoor spaces, reflecting the region’s spacious and community-focused environment.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Ferntree Ridge Estate – Drouin
- Crownlea Estate – Warragul
- Franklin North Estate – Traralgon
- Waterford Rise Estate – Warragul
Ballarat
Ballarat remains one of Victoria’s most active regional markets, with major display villages offering a broad selection of new-home designs. Communities in Lucas, Winter Valley, Bonshaw, and Miners Rest provide buyers with an opportunity to compare multiple builders in one visit. Display homes in Ballarat often feature energy-efficient design, practical family floorplans, and materials suited to cooler climates. The region’s strong schools, heritage charm, and expanding amenities make it especially appealing to families and upgraders.
Discover the display villages in this area:
- Carringum Ballarat Estate – Winter Valley
- Alluvium Estate – Winter Valley
- Lucas Ballarat – Lucas
- Alfredton Grove Estate – Alfredton
Bendigo
Bendigo’s growing residential areas continue to attract buyers seeking space, affordability, and a well-connected regional lifestyle. Display villages in Strathfieldsaye, Huntly, and Epsom showcase a strong mix of single-storey and double-storey home designs. Builders in this region often highlight open layouts, family-friendly zoning, and classic façades that blend well with Bendigo’s natural landscape and established neighbourhood character. The combination of community facilities, greenery, and convenience makes the area a popular choice for families and downsizers alike.
Discover the display villages in this area:
Melbourne East
While the eastern suburbs are more established and offer fewer new large-scale estates, select display villages still operate in emerging pockets where land is available. These areas often showcase higher-end builder designs with a focus on architectural detail, premium inclusions, and customisation. Buyers visiting display homes in the east typically value proximity to established schools, village shops, leafy streets, and the convenience of the Eastern Freeway and Eastlink.
Discover the display villages in this area:
No matter which part of Victoria you are exploring, visiting a display village is one of the most effective ways to compare builders, experience different floorplans, and envision how each community could fit your lifestyle. From Melbourne’s booming growth corridors to the charm of regional centres such as Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong, and Gippsland, every area offers its own blend of design inspiration and neighbourhood character. With so many display homes open across the state, you have the freedom to discover what truly feels like home. To make planning easier, the statewide display village directory brings every active location together in one place, helping you shortlist your favourites and take the next step with confidence.
