Melbourne Property Market Insights & Studies

Spanning approximately 1,000 square kilometres and incorporating over 2,000,000 properties, the Greater Melbourne area continues to grow larger with every passing year. From developments in Melton to the newly incorporated Mornington Peninsula, our city is now home to 31 local councils and over 500 suburbs. Naturally, each one of these councils has its own unique […]

I bought a property for a client the other weekend with a simple but effective auction strategy: Quietly study the competition until bidding hits the reserve, wait for things to slow down a bit, and then bid hard. Every property, campaign, and auction is different, so this isn’t a one-size fits all approach (i.e., I […]

Planning permits enable owners to use or alter properties in different ways. In the State of Victoria, a variety of situations will require you to go through the local council to obtain approval and receive a planning permit.  From heritage properties to subdivisions, duplexes or developments, there are countless situations where you can really benefit […]

When it comes to making an investment count, there are many factors at play. One of the most undervalued yet underrated aspects of the entire process is, without a doubt, market analysis.  If the ever-changing Melbourne housing market, you should never underestimate the power of thorough market analysis and research. Whether you’re a first-time buyer […]

If you’re pursuing an investment or simply following the news, you’ll be well aware of how topsy-turvy Melbourne’s real estate market can be. However, there are experts available to help. As an investor, one of the most valuable partnerships you can make is with a dedicated property development consultant. Whether it’s a high-rise in the […]

Rental prices have boomed across Melbourne over the last 2+ years. The graph below shows overall asking rents are up 40%% for units, while Melbourne’s Inner City has seen an increase of 60%. When combined with remarkably low vacancy rates, the current supply-demand balance in Melbourne is scary. If we cast our minds back even […]

Darebin is a Council Area in Melbourne’s North that trends pretty closely to the city’s property market as a whole. The graph below illustrates how house prices have doubled in value over the past four decades. It’s taken anywhere between 3 to 10 years for prices to double. Three further insights jump out from this […]

This is a really common question. The answer? In part, it all depends on what you prioritise more – capital growth or rental yield. We know instinctively that higher priced suburbs tend to achieve greater capital growth over time, but they also tend to deliver lower rental yields. Until now, we’ve struggled to convey this […]

Entering the property market or expanding your portfolio can be complicated. There’s a lot to understand, and for new investors, there’s certainly a lot to consider. From keeping track of property markets to the average value of suburbs, the future outlook is difficult enough for real estate professionals, let alone individual property investors. Thankfully, there […]

A snapshot of growth areas, rental dynamics, and population-driven demand.

Rental prices have boomed across Melbourne over the last 2 years. The below graph shows overall Asking Rents are up 28% for Units. Melbourne Inner City has increased twice as much. It wasn’t long ago that many predicted high vacancy rates for years to come. So many cafes, bars, and restaurants were brought to their […]

Darebin is a Council Area in Melbourne’s north that trends pretty closely to overall Melbourne market. The below graph shows when House Prices doubled in value over the last 4 decades. It’s taken anywhere between 3 to 10 years for prices to double. Three further insights jump out from this graph: Another way to view […]