You’re thinking of selling your home, you’re convinced the floors are in dire need of recarpeting, but your partner is adamant the next owners will want to add their own touches anyway. Whether it’s flooring, interior paint, kitchen cabinetry, or a tired ensuite, the “worth it or a waste of money” debate never fails to…
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A More Balanced Market Emerges Across Sales and Rentals Australia’s property market in early 2026 is showing signs of moderation, with conditions across both sales and rentals becoming more measured after several years of strong growth. While demand remains steady, affordability pressures and shifting market dynamics are influencing both buyers and tenants, creating a more…
If there’s one postcode that truly captures the essence of coastal living on the Sunshine Coast, it’s 4551. Stretching from the vibrant hub of Caloundra to family-friendly suburbs beyond, this postcode blends beaches, shopping, parks, and a strong sense of community into one highly desirable area. Whether you’re looking to move, invest, or explore, 4551…
Australia’s housing market in early 2026 presents a steady but segmented picture for landlords. National dwelling values rose 0.8% in February and 9.9% over the past year, with the median value now $922,838. While capital growth has moderated in some cities, rental conditions remain firm in many areas. National rents increased 0.7% in February and…
The Caloundra 4551 property market continues to show steady and balanced conditions, with consistent buyer enquiry and limited housing supply supporting values. While affordability and lending changes are influencing decisions, well-positioned homes and lifestyle locations remain in strong demand.
Landlords face a tight rental market with record-low vacancies and rising tenant pressures. See how current housing value trends shape pricing, maintenance and tenant retention.
Australia’s housing market continued its upward trajectory in November, but the pace of growth is noticeably easing. The Cotality National Home Value Index (HVI) rose by 1.0%, marking a slight moderation from the 1.1% gain recorded in October. This slowdown is primarily due to constraints in the largest, most expensive markets. The national headline figure…
Australia’s housing market gained further pace in September, with national home values rising 0.8 per cent—the strongest monthly lift since late 2023. Here on the Sunshine Coast, particularly in Caloundra (4551) and surrounding suburbs, demand continues to outstrip supply, keeping competition high and pushing property values steadily upward. With spring sales now in full swing,…
On the Sunshine Coast, and particularly in Caloundra, rental demand remains strong. Vacancy rates are exceptionally low, hovering around 0.5–1% for houses and units, keeping competition high among tenants. Popular coastal suburbs such as Kings Beach, Golden Beach and Currimundi are seeing rising rents, reflecting ongoing lifestyle demand, population growth, and limited housing supply. For…
Australia’s housing market remains a story of contrasts, with affordability continuing to divide buyers, renters and investors. The latest Cotality Housing Value Index shows national dwelling values rose 0.7% in August, driven largely by gains in Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, while smaller capitals and regional areas showed only modest growth or even slight declines.
For homeowners, equity growth has been reinforced in most markets, while investors are benefiting from rising rents against tight vacancy rates. But for first homebuyers, affordability pressures are more acute than ever, with borrowing costs at record highs relative to household incomes. The data highlights an uneven outlook ahead—larger capitals remain resilient, while regional and smaller city markets are flattening—signalling that local conditions and affordability will be key drivers through the rest of 2025.