The total value of residential dwellings in Australia rose by $213.8 billion to $11,564.0 billion in the June quarter, according to the ABS. The number of residential dwellings rose by 53,600 to 11,373,900. The mean price of residential dwellings rose by $14,100 to $1,016,700. This latest increase means that over the last 5 years the…
For years, Australians have been asking themselves why saving for a home feels harder than ever. While soaring property prices grab most of the headlines, there’s another culprit that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: wages. A new report by Per Capita titled The Lost Decade has revealed just how much low wage growth has held…
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The latest data is in, and it confirms what many on the ground are feeling: Perth’s property market is firing on all cylinders. The September 2025 Housing Market Update from Cotality reveals a market defined by strong value growth, intense buyer demand, and critically low stock levels. As we head into the traditionally busy spring…
Australian property sellers continued to see strong gains in the June quarter, although the rate of profit-making resales eased slightly from the start of the year. Cotality’s Q2 2025 Pain & Gain report analysed approximately 97,000 resales over the period, revealing 94.8% of transactions recorded a nominal gain in the three months to June. While still…
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As we step into spring, the national property conversation is buzzing with steady growth. But here in Adelaide, our market isn’t just growing; it’s thriving. August’s data reveals a market with robust health, outperforming the combined capital city average and showing no signs of slowing down. So, what’s happening in the City of Churches? We’ve…
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As the Australian property market blooms ahead of the busy spring season, one city is clearly standing out from the rest: Brisbane. While national housing values saw a healthy 0.7% rise in August, Brisbane has surged ahead, topping the growth charts and solidifying its position as a market leader. Based on the latest data from…
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Sydney’s property market is showing no signs of slowing down as we head into spring. The latest data from September 2025 reveals a market characterised by rising values, strong buyer demand, and incredibly tight stock levels. For both prospective buyers and sellers, understanding these dynamics is key to navigating the bustling months ahead. The national…
SQM Research released its latest data on residential property vacancy rates. Australia’s national residential vacancy rate remained unchanged at 1.2% in August 2025, with 37,742 vacancies recorded—just 121 fewer than July. The market continues to show signs of stabilisation, with modest shifts across capital cities. Vacancy Rates – August 2025 City Aug 2024 Vacancies Aug…
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As Melbourne shakes off the winter chill, the city’s property market is showing consistent warmth, albeit at a moderate pace. According to the latest housing market update for September 2025, Melbourne is experiencing a steady and sustained recovery, marking its seventh consecutive month of growth. While the pace might be more measured compared to other…
What happens when your dream holiday destination turns into a staging ground for gridlock, sky-high rents, and near-invisible housing options? Welcome to the Gold Coast—a city fighting to catch up with its own popularity. It was once known for its glittering beaches, holiday resorts, and laid-back lifestyle, but today, the Gold Coast has earned a…
