There are more opportunities for buyers now than a few years ago in an end to the boom that had pushed prices to unaffordable levels.
Once-affordable areas not too far from Sydney are highly sought as families make a move for better value and lifestyle.
The average home buyer’s budget has been slashed by about 30 per cent over the past two years,but there’s little sign of house prices following suit.
From a custom wine room to an 18-hole golf course and onyx verde surfaces,we’ve rounded up our pick of the prestige property on the market.
Does your house earn more than you? The typical Brisbane house has gained more than $100,000 in value in a year,and much more in some locations.
A few years ago,buyers were snapping up properties sight unseen,but Melbourne’s market has since faced a string of hurdles.
The city has recorded five consecutive quarters of house price growth – a streak that surprised experts.
Perth is now the third-cheapest capital to buy a house in,despite prices rising 1.5 per cent in the March quarter. Use our interactive tool to see your suburb’s median.
The economy in 2023 survived a surge in people moving from fixed to variable rate mortgages. But there are doubts whether it can do it again in 2024.
Cathy’s neighbours have all happily lived in their homes for 25 years or more,and she plans to stay for the long run.
Some investors have been deterred by higher taxes,but others are snapping up properties in cash in inner-city suburbs.