Current Rental Market Trends – September Quarter 2025 Melbourne’s rental market remains highly competitive, with low vacancy rates continuing to underscore the imbalance between supply and demand. Despite a softer property sales environment and broader cost-of-living pressures, rental demand has shown no signs of easing—particularly across inner and middle-ring suburbs close to major employment,...
Spring Property Maintenance: Why Investors Shouldn’t Overlook This Season While spring is often associated with sunshine and growth, it can also bring a range of seasonal risks for investment properties. From post-winter wear and tear to unpredictable storms and bushfire risks, this time of year calls for property investors to take a proactive approach to maintenance. A well-maintained property not...
Government’s New 5% Deposit Guarantee Scheme Set to Drive Property Prices Higher From 1 October 2025, the Federal Government’s new 5% deposit guarantee scheme will officially begin and it’s already generating buzz in the property market. Designed to make homeownership more accessible, the scheme is expected to boost buyer demand across multiple segments and, in turn, apply upward pressure on...
What is Capital Growth? Capital growth refers to the increase in a property’s value over time. This is where long-term wealth is typically built - through equity. For example, if you buy a property for $700,000 and it increases to $850,000 over several years, that’s $150,000 in capital growth. Capital growth tends to occur in: Areas with long-term population and infrastructure growth...
Buying off the plan vs Established property: Which Is Better for Today’s Market Conditions? In today’s evolving property market, buyers and investors are facing a key decision - should you be buying off the plan vs established property? Which is better? What suits me best? At Crest Property Investments, we work closely with clients to help them weigh the pros and cons of each option based on their...
Melbourne’s prestige market held steady through the third quarter of 2025, with property values in many of the city’s blue-chip suburbs showing resilience against softer sales activity and a more selective pool of buyers. While affordability remains a challenge and interest rate uncertainty continues to weigh on confidence, the appetite for quality homes in tightly held locations has kept the...
Top growth suburbs over the last three month period ending 30 September 2025. Melbourne’s property market continued its measured rebound through the quarter ending 30 September 2025, with dwelling values rising by 0.9%. This steady improvement adds to the gains recorded earlier in the year, signalling a gradual stabilisation in conditions after a period of softer growth. On an annual basis, values...
House vs. Townhouse vs. Apartment: Which Is the Best Investment Right Now? Choosing the right type of property is one of the most important decisions an investor can make. With so many options available - from houses to townhouses to apartments — it’s natural to wonder which will deliver the best results in today’s market. Here’s a breakdown of each property type, their advantages, and where they...
How Infrastructure Projects Are Shaping Melbourne’s Growth Corridors Melbourne’s population continues to expand, and with it comes the need for new homes, jobs, and services. One of the biggest factors influencing property markets in growth areas is infrastructure investment. From transport upgrades to schools, shopping centres, and healthcare facilities, these projects not only improve liveability...
Why Choose Crest Property Investments? Who We Are & How We Can Help When it comes to investing in property, the choices can feel overwhelming. Where should you buy? Should you consider new builds or established homes? How do you know you’re getting the right deal? At Crest Property Investments, we exist to simplify the process and guide you with confidence at every step. Who We Are Crest Property...