Stay informed with the latest real estate news, market trends, and expert insights for Melbourne City. Our blog covers everything you need to know about the property market in Australia.
A fast-accepted offer on a Melbourne apartment is not automatically a red flag. Review the owners corporation certificate, meeting minutes, finances, maintenance history, title plan and inspection findings before your contract becomes unconditional.
Victoria’s new reserve price rules begin on 1 October 2026, with disclosure requirements for auctions and fixed-date sales from 16 October. Learn what the changes mean for Melbourne buyers, underquoting concerns, passed-in properties and pre-auction due diligence.
For Melbourne first-home buyers, the $950,000 5% Deposit Scheme cap is a ceiling, not a target. Compare units, villas, townhouses and houses by suburb, stamp duty, ownership costs and resale demand before deciding what fits your budget.
Melbourne may be softer overall, but quality family homes can still attract strong competition. This guide explains why suburb differences, comparable sales, school zones, scarcity and auction dynamics matter more than a broad buyers’ market label.
A low-fee or unusual ownership structure does not automatically mean a better Melbourne property purchase. Learn how to investigate owners corporations, company title, defects, insurance, meeting minutes, special levies and shared-property responsibilities.
Victoria’s rental rules change again on 13 October 2026. This practical guide explains bond claims, gas and electrical safety checks, minimum standards, rent increases, notices, records and the compliance steps landlords and renters should get right.
Victoria’s rental reforms are being introduced in stages across 2025, 2026 and 2027. This guide explains the new rules for renters, landlords and property managers, including notice periods, minimum standards, bonds, applications, safety checks, privacy and energy efficiency.
Think you overpaid for a Melbourne house? Compare your purchase with genuinely comparable local sales, the circumstances of the transaction and current market evidence before deciding whether to hold, renovate or sell.
A softer Melbourne market creates opportunity—but also more ways for buyers to misread value. Learn how to verify price guides, assess underquoting risk, compare private sales and auctions, evaluate off-market property and negotiate with a clear limit.