INDUSTRY NEWS
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House prices forecast to rise despite interest rate uncertainty
Australian house prices are expected to surge by 7.7 per cent this year, with growth momentum continuing into 2026, despite ongoing speculation about future interest rate movements.
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Rental markets ease slightly, but pressure remains as vacancies stay below long-term norms
SQM Research data shows vacancy rates lifted slightly at year end, but most capital city rental markets remain tight and landlord-favouring.
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Agencies prioritise data ownership
Three-quarters of property professionals want to control their digital footprint, but advertising spend still flows to portals.
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Housing market confidence strong but varies by state
Housing market confidence remains strong across Australia heading into 2026, despite growing economic challenges and affordability concerns that are creating distinct regional differences.
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OECD urges housing reform as new data shows home building starts to lift
The OECD has called for higher social housing targets, tax reform and planning changes to tackle Australia’s affordability crisis, as new ABS figures reveal a rise in dwelling commencements following years of falling approvals and high construction costs.
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Chinese investors dominate foreign-owned Australian property
Chinese buyers account for a staggering 67 per cent of the more than 40,000 Australian residential properties registered as foreign-owned.
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Back to Basics: Why preparation, not personality, wins listings
New agents may lack years in the market, but the listing presentation is where structure, evidence and clarity can level the playing field.
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New price records signal housing market momentum into 2026
House and unit prices reached fresh highs across the capitals in the December quarter, with Melbourne returning to record territory, unit markets gaining momentum and affordability increasingly shaping where buyers compete.
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Rental prices hit record highs across Australia
National rental prices have reached unprecedented levels with the median weekly rent hitting a record $650 in December 2025, putting even more pressure on Australian households.
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Perth crosses $1 million median as long-term growth accelerates
Perth has become Australia’s sixth capital city to record a median house price above $1 million, with strong population growth, economic conditions and sustained buyer demand driving the latest price gains, according to Domain’s December quarter data.
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Price pullbacks hit prestige suburbs as market momentum eases
PropTrack data shows 139 suburbs recorded annual dollar losses, with high-end Sydney and regional Victorian markets among the hardest hit as affordability pressures weigh on growth.
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Investor lending hits new national high as activity spikes across multiple states
Investor lending reaches record levels as NSW and Victoria drive renewed momentum.
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Renters hit affordability ceiling as rental market slows and fragments, Domain report shows
Australia’s rental market is entering a new phase as renters increasingly reach the limit of what they can afford, with growth slowing and becoming more uneven across the country, according to Domain’s December Quarter Rent Report.
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Getting licensed: how to become a real estate agent
A state-by-state breakdown of registration, qualifications and experience requirements for anyone considering a career in real estate
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Housing data shows property growth often defies economic expectations
Cotality’s 40-year review reveals some of Australia’s strongest price growth occurred during periods of high rates, global shocks and uncertainty
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Victoria: housing and recovery support central to $19.5m bushfire assistance package
Emergency accommodation, recovery services and housing support form a key part of the $19.5 million bushfire assistance package in Victoria.
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Home prices hit new high as construction activity lifts in bid to ease supply pressures
National home prices edged to a new record in December, while a spike in apartment approvals in November points to improving supply momentum as Australia works to ease housing shortages.
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Compass and Anywhere mega-merger closes after overwhelming shareholder approval
Two of the world’s largest real estate brokerages, Compass and Anywhere Real Estate have finalised their long-awaited merger after securing strong shareholder backing and regulatory clearance.
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Housing market tipped for steadier price growth in 2026
Australia’s housing market is expected to remain resilient next year, with price growth continuing at a more measured pace as affordability pressures and supply constraints shape conditions.
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Commercial property confidence shows a big regional divide
Investor confidence in Australia's commercial property market is creating a clear division between high-performing and struggling states, with South Australia emerging as the nation's leader while Victoria faces significant challenges across multiple sectors.
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First-home buyers maintain record market share in New Zealand
First-home buyers across New Zealand are capitalising on lower mortgage rates and below-peak property prices, maintaining a record share of market activity in the final months of 2025.
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Australian housing market profitability reaches 20-year high
Australian residential property sellers experienced their highest profitability rate in over two decades during the September 2025 quarter, with 95.5 per cent of transactions resulting in nominal profits.
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Property forecasts for 2026 point to uneven growth and shifting buyer priorities
Australia’s property market is heading into 2026 with improving confidence but uneven conditions. New forecasts point to affordability-driven demand, persistent rental pressure and selective recoveries, with local supply playing a bigger role than interest rates.
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Google’s home listing trial signals a shift for online real estate platforms
Google is trialling expanded home listing features in Search, signalling a potential shift in how buyers find properties and how real estate portals compete online.
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Has the spring selling season lost its edge in Sydney?
Sydney’s long-held spring selling season appears to be losing its dominance, with new data from BresicWhitney showing buyer and seller activity in 2025 peaking well outside the traditional September–October window.
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Short-term rentals move beyond spare rooms as entire homes dominate
The rise of professional short-stay operators is reshaping Australia’s rental market, with entire homes now outnumbering shared stays.
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Home prices turn negative for first time since 2023
US home prices have declined year-over-year for the first time in over two years, according to new data from Parcl Labs, signalling a potential shift in the housing market.
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Inner Melbourne rental supply falls as landlords sell amid policy pressure
Thousands of rental homes have disappeared from Melbourne’s inner and middle-ring suburbs since 2017, with new data showing landlords selling amid rising taxes, tighter regulations and compliance costs.
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Dutch housing market shows signs of recovery amid mixed signals
The housing market is gradually recovering with increasing demand and slightly rising prices, though regional variations persist and underwater mortgages remain a significant challenge.
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Housing affordability improves for third consecutive quarter
Housing affordability in Australia has continued its positive trajectory for the third consecutive quarter, while rental affordability has remained stable, according to the latest report from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
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Swiss property market rebounds with strong growth
The Swiss property market has rebounded significantly in 2025 following a two-year correction phase, with residential investment properties leading the charge.
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Brisbane emerges as commercial property standout
Brisbane has established itself as the leader in Australian commercial property performance, benefiting from Queensland's strong population growth and limited new supply in key sectors.
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Five per cent deposit scheme reveals big regional disparities
The expanded five per cent deposit scheme for first-home buyers is creating vastly different opportunities across Australian cities, with Melbourne offering the most eligible properties while Gold Coast buyers face severely limited options.
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Global housing bubble unlikely despite overheated markets
Housing markets worldwide are likely to remain stable despite concerns about potential bubbles, with only a few cities at high risk of a crash similar to 2007.Â
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Experts reveal Australia’s property hotspots for 2026
The annual realestate.com.au Hot 100 has identified the suburbs across Australia expected to outperform the market in 2026 and beyond.
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