Market updates
15 articles, newest first. Every one is dated and names who wrote it.
- House price forecasts for 2026 and 2027 by capital city: what CBA, Westpac, NAB, ANZ and Domain expect, and what has happened so farEvery major forecaster cut its 2026 house price outlook between March and August 2026. The current numbers for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin, each dated and sourced, set against what Cotality's index actually recorded to August, and how to read them if you are deciding whether to sell.Andy McMaster12 min read
- Late-July wrap: Wednesday's inflation number, the August rate call, and the first buyer's-market spring in yearsThe June-quarter inflation figures land on 29 July and the RBA decides on 11 August — the two dates that will set the tone for spring. With clearance rates around 50%, more stock on market and every major bank trimming its forecasts, spring 2026 is shaping up as a season that rewards preparation over momentum.Bec Ramirez7 min read
- The cheapest suburbs in every Australian capital city, ranked (Winter 2026 report)Across Australia's eight greater capitals, just eight verified suburbs still carry a median house price under $500,000 — and in Sydney, Adelaide and Canberra the entry price has moved past $700,000. We ranked the cheapest verified suburb in every capital, plus the regional towns where a house still costs less than $250,000.Bec Ramirez11 min read
- Winter market wrap: a quiet July, and why spring sellers should start nowAustralia's property market has settled into its winter lull, with clearance rates under 50%, auction volumes thinning and no RBA decision until 11 August. For anyone planning a spring sale, the quiet weeks between now and September are the preparation window.Bec Ramirez7 min read
- Sydney and Melbourne Cool as Rate Hikes Bite: Mid-2026 Property Market UpdateCotality data shows Sydney and Melbourne are about five months into an early downturn in dwelling values as the 2026 rate hikes squeeze borrowing capacity. Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide have led growth over five years. Here is what the cooling means for buyers and sellers.Bec Ramirez7 min read
- Rental Vacancies Tick Up to 1.2%: Is the Squeeze Finally Easing?SQM Research says the national rental vacancy rate rose to 1.2% in April 2026, the first increase in a year after a long, brutally tight market. It is a possible turning point, but at 1.2% the market still heavily favours landlords and rents remain near record highs.Andy McMaster7 min read
- Sydney Property Market 2026: Where Prices, Yields and Demand Are HeadingAn honest look at Sydney's property market in 2026. Where prices are heading, which suburbs are running hot, where the value plays sit, and what buyers and sellers should expect through the rest of the year.Ellie Johnston8 min read
- Melbourne Property Market 2026: A Slower, More Selective RecoveryMelbourne's property market in 2026 looks very different from Sydney's. Slower headline growth but real opportunity in the middle ring, and meaningful regional value in the corridor cities. Here's what's actually happening.Andy McMaster8 min read
- Brisbane Property Market 2026: Still Running, But Less of a SprintBrisbane's market has been Australia's standout performer for four years running. In 2026, growth is moderating but still positive. Here's where prices are, where they're heading, and the suburbs still offering value.Bec Ramirez8 min read
- Perth Property Market 2026: After the Boom, Where to Now?Perth was Australia's hottest capital city through 2023 to 2025. As 2026 unfolds, the runaway growth is moderating but the structural supports remain. Here's what's actually happening in WA's property market.Ellie Johnston8 min read
- Adelaide Property Market 2026: The Quiet Achiever Keeps Quietly AchievingAdelaide rarely makes headlines but has quietly outperformed for years. In 2026, that trend continues. Here's where prices are, where the value plays sit, and what the rest of the year holds.Andy McMaster7 min read
- Hobart and Tasmania Property Market 2026: Steady After the BoomTasmania had a wild ride from 2018 to 2022, then took a breather. In 2026, the market is steady and the fundamentals are still in place. Here's the honest read on Hobart, Launceston and the regional centres.Bec Ramirez7 min read
- Canberra Property Market 2026: High Prices, High Quality, Quietly RecoveringCanberra had a soft 2024 and 2025 after the post-COVID surge. In 2026, the market is quietly recovering. Here's where prices are, what's driving demand, and where the value plays sit.Ellie Johnston7 min read
- Darwin and the Northern Territory Property Market 2026Darwin has historically been Australia's most volatile capital city market. In 2026, that volatility is finally settling into something more stable. Here's the honest take on the NT market and where opportunities sit.Andy McMaster7 min read
- Moreton Bay Property Market Update Q1 2025A data-driven overview of the Moreton Bay property market for the first quarter of 2025, including price trends, sales volumes, and market outlook.Bec Ramirez8 min read