Newsletter - Inner Circle June 2025

Market New

House prices are continuing to rise across Australia as interest rates fall and ready-and-willing buyers crowd auctions and open inspections. 

Melbourne dwelling prices rose 0.4% in the month of May, despite the disruptions of a federal election and an American president determined to upend the global trading order. 

Indeed, it’s Australian real estate’s reputation for providing good capital returns and more recently, rising cash rental returns which is attracting more investors and home buyers seeking to use their home as a wealth generator. 

As we alerted investors last month, the market is currently hosting some great opportunities for buyers in the inner suburban unit market and detached family homes in the middle to outer ring. 

Since the first rate cut, we have also noticed a return of renovate for profit investors. 

We believe the Melbourne market, and regional cities like Albury-Wodonga and Geelong are perfectly placed to ratchet up their growth rate to around the 10% mark by the end of this year. 

With more interest rate cuts likely, the case for Melbourne, Sydney and Victorian regional centres only grows. 

Nationally, we are seeing a sustained fall in the growth rates of 2024’s stand out performers. Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane have seen their growth rates decline for the last 12 months and we expect that reduction to continue for the next few months.

Rental price growth has also slowed. The latest growth numbers at around 3.5% - half of what it was this time last year - are still consistently higher than the rental growth average in the years before Covid.

Interesting to note here that the best forward indicator for rising rental prices – a falling vacancy rate – has turned around in the last few months. We could be about to see the rental prices growth rate kick up again. 

In The Media.

Some surprising segments of the Australian property market look set to benefit in the wake of a resounding election result. 

In Australian Property Investor magazine, Miriam Sandkuhler takes a look at the surprising segments of the market set to experience accelerated growth as the election delivers certainty for real estate buyers and investors: bit.ly/43vZjWh

Mornington Peninsula Buyers.

Are you interest in buying a home or investment in one of Victoria’s fastest growing regions?

Each year, thousands of people flock to this special part of the world to buy a holiday home, investment property or a special new place which will be home to their sea change. 

If you’re thinking of buying on the Peninsula, get in touch with Property Mavens. Our team are experienced in the nuances and long term trends of this exciting market and can guide you to buying the perfect property nestled between the ocean, vineyards and quaint bayside villages.

Find out more, here: bit.ly/4jzmlA7

Why you need a Property Maven to help you buy an investment property.

Scott was looking for a fourth property to add to his portfolio which had the potential to add value through strata titling and cosmetic renovation.

After speaking with Albury-Wodonga Maven, Anjay Zazulak, Scott determined his goal was to find a unit block which offered high yield, and could be purchased below market value.

Following an exhaustive search, we identified an East Albury property which fits all the criteria. On the market with an asking range of $1.25 - $1.3 million, Anjay undertook a multi-phased engagement and offer process. 

After extensive negotiations, Anjay was able to secure the target property for a touch  over $1 million. 
 
“Anjay is a fantastic and professional buyers agent. Anjay has helped my wife and I acquire two outstanding properties in Albury. We've greatly appreciated his expertise and advice in the negotiation process. He provides fantastic communication and top notch service.”

Why you need a Vendors Advocate.

Shermaine was looking to sell her Narre Warren investment property but was a little worried she wouldn’t know how to sign up the right real estate agent to help maximise the sale price. 

The other complicating factors to successful campaign included Shermaine wanted to complete the sale within a relatively short period of time and had to consider the needs of the tenant who was still living in the property.

She approached Maven, Michael Kimbel who got right to work. 

Knowing the eastern suburbs intimately, Michael was able to identify and interview a local agent with a strong network and experience in successful, short-based campaigns. 

After advice on the best marketing strategy and overseeing some cosmetic improvements to increase buyer appeal, the strategy paid big dividends when an identified buyer completed a sale within just two weeks. 

At the end of the campaign, our process found the right buyer and the sale price met the vendors expectations, a great result for this owner. 

Go forth and prosper !

Kind Regards
Miriam Sandkuhler
CEO, Accredited Property Investment Advisor

Buyer and Vendor Advocate, Author of Property Prosperity

e: miriam@propertymavens.com.au
p: 03) 9988 2266 

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