House designs for narrow blocks: Maximising space and style As land prices rise and urban areas become more densely populated, narrow blocks are becoming increasingly common across Australia — particularly in growing cities like Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. But owning a narrow block doesn't mean you have to compromise on your dream home. With clever design and thoughtful planning, narrow block homes...
Landscaping ideas for the upcoming winter As the temperature drops and winter approaches, it’s easy to think of landscaping as a spring or summer project. However, winter is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your outdoor spaces in ways that are both beautiful and functional. With the right ideas, your garden can stay lively, attractive, and ready to thrive when the warmer months return. Here are some...
Top things to do in Blackburn Nestled in Melbourne’s leafy eastern suburbs, Blackburn offers a perfect blend of nature, community, and convenience. Only 17km from the CBD, this family-friendly suburb is known for its tranquil atmosphere, lush parks, and excellent schools—making it a popular choice for homeowners and investors alike. Here’s our pick of the top 10 things to do in Blackburn. 1....
Navigating Victoria‘s New Rental Standards: A Guide for Property Investors and Landlords Victoria‘s rental law is evolving, with stricter standards now in effect to improve the safety, energy efficiency, and general quality of rental homes. For property investors and landlords alike, this means that it‘s now more important than ever to ensure that your investment is in line with the law — or...
Why buying off the plan property in 2025 is back in the Spotlight for Investors Over the past year, off the plan property has made a strong comeback among savvy investors. As the property market continues to evolve in 2025, off the plan house and land packages and apartments are offering unique advantages that align perfectly with today’s economic conditions and buyer needs. At Crest Property...
3 Mistakes Property Investors Make (and how to avoid them) Investing in property is one of the most popular ways Australians build wealth—and for good reason. When done right, real estate can provide strong long-term returns, rental income, and even tax benefits. But for first-time investors, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by information, opinions, and market noise. Over the years at Crest Property...
Rentvesting in 2025: Australians are living where they love & investing where it makes sense As property prices remain high in many metro areas, a growing number of Australians—especially young professionals and first-time buyers—are embracing a smart, strategic approach to real estate: rentvesting. At Crest Property Investments, we've seen more clients looking to break into the market...
Melbourne’s Million-Dollar Suburbs – Q1 2025 Despite challenging conditions in Melbourne’s property market — including continued interest rate pressures — the first quarter of 2025 has shown strong price growth in many suburbs. Several locations across the city have seen substantial increases in median house prices, with some even pushing well above the $2 million mark. Price Resilience Amid...
Inflation Eases Again – Could an Interest Rate Cut Be on the Horizon? Australia’s fight against inflation is showing promising signs, with the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealing a continued easing in price pressures. These figures were recorded before the recent tariff announcements by the USA, which could introduce new complexities to the global economic landscape....
Top growth suburbs over the last three month period ending 31 March 2025. Melbourne’s property market demonstrated solid growth in the March 2025 quarter, with multiple suburbs experiencing notable increases in median house prices. Buyer confidence appears to be strengthening, driven by limited stock and strong demand across both established inner-city areas and growth corridors. The momentum suggests...