Current Rental Market Trends Melbourne’s rental market continues to reflect a tight balance between demand and supply, with tenants facing ongoing competition for available homes. Despite broader economic pressures, including interest rates and cost-of-living challenges, rental demand remains strong—particularly in well-located suburbs close to transport, education, and employment hubs. Limited...
Melbourne’s Million-Dollar Suburbs – Q2 2025 Update Melbourne’s prestige market continued to show resilience in the second quarter of 2025, despite ongoing economic headwinds and cautious buyer sentiment. While interest rate pressures and tighter lending conditions remain a challenge, many premium suburbs across the city are still commanding strong prices — with several now exceeding $2 million in...
Top growth suburbs over the last three month period ending 30 June 2025. Melbourne’s property market demonstrated a modest recovery for the quarter ending 30 June 2025, with dwelling values rising by 1.2%, reflecting a cautious rebound amid broader economic adjustments. This quarterly uptick contrasts with a slight annual decline of 1.2%, highlighting the market's ongoing efforts to regain momentum...
Why Off the Plan Isn’t What You Think—It’s Actually a Smart Play (If Done Right) When some people hear 'off the plan' they think risk, delays, or overpaying for a promise. But here’s the truth: Done right, off the plan can be a strategic move to grow wealth and get ahead in the property market. The key? Understanding how to play the game smart. The Misconception: Many believe buying...
How population patterns shape housing markets. Where people go, property markets shift. Sounds simple, but the impact of population movement on property is powerful and underappreciated. At Crest Property Investments, we guide buyers to be at the forefront by not only being aware of where the market is currently, but where it will be going. One of the most powerful drivers? People. Where...
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...
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...
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...
Current Rental Market Trends Melbourne’s rental market in March 2025 continued to show signs of strain as demand for rental housing remained strong against a backdrop of limited supply. Population growth, reduced investor activity, and delays in new housing completions have all contributed to tight rental conditions. Tenants are facing increased competition for available properties, particularly in...
Top growth suburbs over the last three month period ending 31 December 2024. With interest rates remaining elevated, there is growing optimism that recent inflation data may prompt the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to consider a rate cut in the coming quarter. Such a move could provide much-needed relief to borrowers and stimulate further activity in the property market. Over the past three months,...