Repeat buyers are one of the strongest measures of confidence in any apartment development.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/era-newcastle-west-124-126-bull-street-newcastle-west-nsw-2302">ERA</a> in Newcastle West, some purchasers are returning to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a> after living at the developer's One Apartments. Their decision to purchase again was driven by the quality of life they found after moving into their first GWH home.

Keith Wilton had spent years living in a house in East Maitland before deciding it was time for a change. Apartment living had always been on his radar, but he was selective about what he wanted.

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"I had some boxes I wanted to tick," he says.

Keith points to the open-plan design, generous outdoor areas and considered inclusions as key reasons One Apartments worked for him.

“One of those things was a nice indoor open plan area, but also I wanted a nice outdoor open area that I could entertain on in summer or Christmases or birthdays,” he says.

He also found value in the smaller details, from integrated appliances to shared resident spaces including the pool, cinema and rooftop areas.

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After comparing several developments, he chose One Apartments because of GWH's longstanding local reputation and his own experience working with the developer on a commercial project more than a decade earlier.

"I knew that they were local, that the quality of the build was going to be up there. I'd looked at other apartment complexes around and close by, and I just knew that here was a better decision location wise."

Today, Keith says the move has completely changed how he experiences Newcastle.

"I enjoy living in this location because it's more of a lifestyle change. That Newcastle city living where you can walk to restaurants and bars and even beaches and parks and even shopping across the road."

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Beyond the location, he says it's the sense of community that has surprised him most.

"Everyone loves living here because they chose to live here, but everyone looks out for each other. It's a real great community feel here."

For Aimee and Lyle Goodman, the journey started almost by chance.

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The couple happened to be having coffee in Newcastle when they noticed the site where One Apartments was about to begin construction.

"We were aware GWH was planning a development," Aimee says. "We made one phone call and things moved pretty quickly after that."

As busy business owners, they initially thought apartment living would simply reduce the maintenance that came with larger homes. Instead, it fundamentally changed how they spent time together.

"We actually catch up more as a family now," Aimee says.

"We've had homes with big yards and lots of space, but everyone ended up in different rooms. Here we'll have dinner together, the kids can play, and we spend far more quality time together."

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Lyle says their confidence came from GWH's reputation within Newcastle's building industry.

"I know people who've worked across different apartment projects, and whenever GWH came up the feedback was always the same. They're rock solid. They're quality."

That confidence only grew throughout the buying process.

"One of the things that really impressed us with GWH was the whole process, was the communication," Lyle says. "It was consistent, it was regular, there was no problem if we had some weird questions, there was no problems in getting answers."

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Aimee says one moment stood out.

"The project actually finished on time. We realised we needed to hurry up and sell our house because everything was happening exactly when they said it would."

The positive experience at One Apartments ultimately gave all three buyers the confidence to purchase again with GWH, this time at ERA.

Their confidence reflects what many buyers are seeking in today's apartment market. Location remains important, but so too does certainty around delivery, quality and long-term liveability.

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ERA builds on those foundations with 280 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two landmark towers in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Newcastle West</a>.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>, the project will include more than 2,000 square metres of resident amenities, including a resort-style pool, gym, sauna, private cinema and rooftop entertaining spaces overlooking the harbour and coastline.&nbsp;

The development is also within walking distance of the Newcastle Interchange, Honeysuckle, Darby Street, the harbour foreshore, restaurants, retail and the city’s beaches, continuing the walkable lifestyle that existing GWH buyers say has transformed how they live.

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For Keith, the appeal remains straightforward.

"You feel at home even before you've moved into your home."

For Aimee, the change is measured in time.

“I just felt like I had more time,” she says.

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Construction at ERA is now underway, with more than half of the residences already sold and limited two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in the East Tower release. Priced from $980,000 for two-bedroom residences and $1.46 million for three-bedroom residences, buyers can secure an apartment with a 10 per cent deposit, with premium homes offering ocean views from Level 8 and harbour views from Level 10.

ERA is also backed by Resilience Insurance's 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing protection against structural or waterproofing defects for 10 years after completion. The project is anticipated to be completed in early 2028.

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Joel Robinson

From ONE to ERA: Why buyers are choosing GWH again in Newcastle West

Virgate Property Group is preparing to commence construction of Verdé, its new apartment development in Melbourne's Arts Precinct at Southbank, following a strong run of sales that has seen more than half of the project's 173 apartments secured.

Verdé has attracted a broad mix of first home buyers, owner-occupiers upgrading from nearby inner-city suburbs and investors, with younger owner-occupier couples aged between 28 and 45 accounting for the strongest enquiry. Many are already living in Southbank, South Melbourne, Albert Park, Port Melbourne, South Yarra and the CBD.

"Verdé is located in one of the most desirable pockets of southern Melbourne," Blair Property Group Director Darren Blair, who is managing sales at Verdé, said.

"It's within walking distance of the Arts Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park Lake, and Southbank's restaurants and retail. It's a great lifestyle location with strong amenity and liveability, which made it a very attractive choice for the project."

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Virgate was already familiar with the precinct, having previously delivered the successful Domain House development in neighbouring South Melbourne. That experience gave the developer confidence to acquire the Coventry Street site and continue expanding its presence in Melbourne's inner south.

"We had been keeping an eye on the site and the broader precinct for a few months before deciding to move forward with the acquisition," Virgate said.

The project was ultimately secured in 2020 following feasibility studies, planning assessments and due diligence, with the brief centred on delivering "a high-quality, considered design that feels both refined and fit for purpose."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bruce-henderson-architects">Bruce Henderson Architects</a>, Verdé comprises 173 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $599,000. The architecture is distinguished by a faceted glass façade that responds to both the site's outlook and Melbourne's changing light conditions.

According to Bruce Henderson Architects, the coloured glazing gives the building a distinctive identity while also providing privacy and solar shading, with residences oriented to capture views across the bay, city skyline and surrounding parklands.

Inside, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> has created interiors focused on natural light, efficient planning and enduring materials. Apartments feature engineered oak flooring, natural stone benchtops, floor-to-ceiling glazing and SMEG appliances, while a restrained material palette aims to complement the expansive outlooks rather than compete with them.

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Resident amenity has also been designed around everyday functionality rather than occasional use. Facilities include a concierge-serviced lobby, residents' lounge with fireplace, library and co-working space, gym, terrace garden with barbecue facilities, ground-floor café, and package delivery management.

The project's location continues to be one of its strongest drawcards. Positioned on Coventry Street, Verdé sits within walking distance of the National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park Lake, while Southbank's dining precinct, Sturt Street trams and the new ANZAC Station are all nearby. The surrounding education catchment also includes Melbourne Grammar, Melbourne Girls Grammar, Mac.Robertson Girls' High School and several major university campuses.

The sales team says buyers have responded particularly well to the combination of location, design quality and long-term liveability.

"They're responding really positively to the quality of the design, premium resident amenities and the uninterrupted views. Many also appreciate the location and how connected it is to everything they need."

The ability to secure stamp duty savings before completion has also been a key factor for purchasers, alongside the opportunity to personalise finishes ahead of settlement.

With construction set to commence soon and more than half the apartments already sold, Verdé enters its next phase as one of the Arts Precinct's more established apartment developments, offering remaining buyers an opportunity to secure a residence before construction advances further. Expected completion is scheduled for late 2027.

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Virgate's Verdé Southbank moves toward construction as sales fly past halfway stage

Downsizer-focused apartment development Kooyongkoot in Hawthorn has been recognised at the 2026 Better Future Melbourne Design Awards, taking home Gold and Silver awards in two categories.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a>, currently being delivered by developer PQD and designed by Cera Stribley, received Gold in the Interior Design – Proposed category and Silver in the Architecture – Proposed category.

The dual recognition reflects the design approach behind the boutique development on prestigious Kooyongkoot Road, where the focus has been on creating homes for downsizers seeking the space, quality and functionality of a detached house within a low-rise apartment building.

Rather than maximising apartment numbers, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pqd">PQD</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> limited the development to just 18 residences, allowing for larger floorplans, greater privacy, generous landscaping and expansive communal spaces.&nbsp;The majority of the apartments also benefit from corner aspects, allowing for dual sources of natural light.

Now around 70 per cent complete and on track for completion in November 2026, Kooyongkoot will comprise a mix of garden residences, ter​race apartments, sub-penthouses, and is crowned by two half-floor penthouses with direct lift access and private rooftop terraces.

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The Silver Award for Architecture recognised the way the building responds to its prominent corner position at the ent​rance to Hawthorn's Scotch Hill precinct, one of Melbourne's most established residential neighbourhoods.

Rather than competing with the grand homes that line Kooyongkoot Road, the architectural approach focused on restraint and longevity, using curved brickwork, generous landscaping and carefully considered proportions to integrate with the existing streetscape.

"The form feels fluid and timeless, as though shaped by the landscape itself – architecture that belongs, rather than competes," said Chris Stribley, Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Cera Stribley.

The judging submission also highlighted practical innovations throughout the building, including lift cores servicing only nine homes each, a central landscaped lightcourt designed to bring daylight and ventilation into the building, and fully enclosed private storage rooms with lighting, power and shelving to better accommodate residents transitioning from larger family homes.

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The Gold Award for Interior Design recognised the project's focus on long-term liveability rather than display-home aesthetics.

According to the awards submission, the interiors were designed from the inside out, prioritising how homes would function over decades of daily use through generous proportions, practical storage, durable natural materials and flexible layouts.

The specification includes natural stone throughout, upgraded acoustic glazing, V-ZUG appliances and fully enclosed storage rooms, alongside an amenity offering focused on wellness, entertainment and everyday convenience.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to a gym and yoga studio, a wellness centre featuring traditional and infrared saunas, a cold therapy shower and treatment room, as well as a residents' lounge and golf simulator/cinema room for entertainment.&nbsp;Kooyongkoot has also considered the everyday convenience of its residents by offering a private carwash and pet wash facilities on site as well as dedicated parcel lockers and oversized fully enclosed storage rooms.&nbsp;

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The project's attention to detail has already resonated with buyers. Earlier this year, Kooyongkoot recorded one of Boroondara's highest apartment sales when an $8 million penthouse was purchased by a Melbourne CEO downsizing from a nearby family home.

"Every detail feels deliberate, from the overall design down to the smallest touches," the purchaser said.

"The level of quality and refinement is exceptional, but what really sold it was how liveable it felt... It felt like a place where everything had been considered, not just a luxury building."

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Sustainability also formed a key part of both award submissions. Kooyongkoot is targeting a minimum 7.5-star NatHERS rating across all residences, supported by passive design principles, high-performance glazing, EV charging infrastructure, water reuse systems and a wellness model focused on lower-energy dry facilities rather than pools and large wet areas.

Located within walking distance of Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College, Koo​yong Lawn Tennis Club, Aubur​n Village and Camberwell Junction, Kooyongkoot continues to target owner-occupiers looking to remain in Melbourne's inner east without compromising on space or quality. A limited selection of two, three and four-bedroom residences remains available, with prices starting from $1.9 million.

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Kooyongkoot wins Gold and Silver at Better Future Melbourne Design Awards

New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

Sydney’s property market is known for high prices, competitive bidding, and mounting pressure on first home buyers. But change is on the horizon.

From late 2025, eligible first home buyers in New South Wales will have access to a new federal government initiative aimed at addressing affordability: the Help to Buy Scheme.&nbsp;

<h2>What is the Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

The program introduces a shared equity model intended to reduce the upfront cost of entering the property market, particularly in high-demand urban areas such as Sydney.

The scheme operates under a shared ownership structure in which the federal government takes an equity stake of up to 40 per cent for new homes, or 30 per cent for existing dwellings. This arrangement allows eligible buyers to significantly reduce their loan size and avoid the added cost of Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI).

Under this model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required. The government’s contribution is not a loan but a co-ownership stake in the property. As such, there is no interest or rent charged on its portion.

Because the government’s equity combined with the buyer’s deposit typically meets or exceeds the 20 per cent threshold, LMI does not apply. The remaining balance, generally between 60 and 70 per cent of the property’s value, is financed through a standard home loan with a participating lender.

The government's equity in the property remains in place until the buyer chooses to repay it voluntarily or until the property is sold. Buyers can buy back the government’s share over time, in increments of at least five per cent, depending on their financial situation.

There is no fixed repayment timeline, but the amount to be repaid will be based on the property's market value at the time of repayment, not the original purchase price.

<h2>How do you qualify for the&nbsp;Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

To qualify for the Help to Buy Scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

<ul>
	<li>Be an Australian citizen at least 18 years of age.</li>
	<li>Be a first-home buyer who does not currently own property.</li>
	<li>Intend to live in the property as their primary residence.</li>
	<li>Earn less than $100,000 per year for individuals, or $160,000 for couples.</li>
	<li>Purchase a property within the regional price caps, currently $950,000 in Sydney, though this is expected to rise to approximately $1.3 million ahead of the program’s launch.</li>
</ul>

While the Help to Buy Scheme does not solve affordability challenges across the board, it does offer a more accessible pathway for a defined segment of the market, particularly younger buyers with moderate incomes who have been priced out of traditional lending routes.

The scheme is expected to commence in NSW in late 2025, as part of a national rollout.

Under the new model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required

Help to Buy Scheme: What first home buyers in NSW need to know

The First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) is a government initiative designed to help eligible first-time home buyers by offering financial assistance towards the purchase or construction of a new home.

While the FHOG is a nationwide program, it is administered separately by each state and territory, meaning the eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and property requirements can vary depending on your location. This means that the amount available and the conditions attached to the grant will differ, so it is important to check the specific guidelines for your state or territory.

It’s important to note that the FHOG is just one of several incentives available to first home buyers. In most states and territories, the grant is not linked to stamp duty exemptions or concessions, with the exception of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). The FHOG is typically a one-off payment, reducing the overall cost of purchasing or building a new home before any stamp duty concessions are applied.

Below, we provide a breakdown of the First Home Owner Grants available across Australia, outlining the specific details for each state and territory.

<h2>New South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $600,000. For land purchases and owner-builders, the threshold extends to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Provides full stamp duty exemption for homes valued up to $800,000, with concessions available for properties up to $1 million.

<h2>Victoria South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides a $10,000 grant for first-home buyers purchasing or building new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Offers full stamp duty exemption for properties up to $600,000, with concessions available up to $750,000.

<h2>Queensland First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers $30,000 for contracts signed between 20 November 2023 and 30 June 2025. The FHOG applies to new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Provides additional concessions for properties valued up to $800,000.

<h2>Western Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

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First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $750,000 in the southern regions and up to $1 million in the northern regions.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Available for homes valued up to $600,000 for transactions entered into on or after 9 May 2024.

<h2>Australian Capital Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Replaced by the Home Buyer Concession Scheme, offering full stamp duty concessions for eligible buyers.

<h2>South Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides up to $15,000 for new homes, including houses, apartments, and townhouses. As of 6 June 2024, there is no property value cap for eligibility.

Stamp Duty Relief: Available for new homes and vacant land purchases.

<h2>Tasmania First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes and off the plan purchases.

Stamp Duty Exemption: Between 18 February 2024 and 30 June 2026, first home buyers of established homes valued up to $750,000 receive a full exemption on property transfer duty.

<h2>Northern Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: The Northern Territory provides a $10,000 grant for new homes only. Additional government grants and concessions are available for first home buyers.

Stamp Duty Exemption: The only stamp duty exemption available to property buyers is the House and Land Package Exemption (HLPE).

Eligibility criteria and application processes differ across states. Prospective buyers should refer to their respective state revenue offices for full details on grant availability, conditions, and additional concessions.

Every First Home Owner Grant for new property by state

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable architecture and environmentally conscious design, systems and ratings in place can help determine the energy efficiency of residential buildings in Australia.

Australia has multiple building rating systems that evaluate energy efficiency and sustainability in existing and new building designs.

Some systems assess individual building components, while others provide an overall rating for the entire structure.

A rating system ensures that homes are comfortable and energy-efficient, whether you are buying, renovating, or building.

NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) is a common way for new homes to meet energy efficiency requirements.

As new developments continue to shape the urban environment, understanding NatHERS ratings becomes essential for developers and homeowners. This article delves into the concept of NatHERS ratings, their significance, and how they contribute to creating energy-efficient homes.

<h2>What is NatHERS?</h2>

NatHERS is a national initiative implemented by the Australian government to promote energy efficiency in residential buildings. The scheme aims to provide a standardised method for assessing the thermal performance of homes, considering factors such as insulation, orientation, ventilation, and building materials.&nbsp;

NatHERS ratings are the most common way new homes meet the National Construction Code's (NCC's) minimum energy efficiency requirements.&nbsp;

NatHERS assessments provide thermal and whole-home ratings for new homes, townhouses, and apartments.

The rating helps evaluate the energy performance of buildings, guides homeowners and developers to make informed decisions about the energy efficiency of their properties, and encourages the construction of more sustainable, comfortable, and cost-effective homes.

<h2>How NatHERS Ratings Work</h2>

NatHERS ratings are determined through four accredited software tools (AccuRate, BERS Pro, FirstRate5, HERO) using a calculation engine CSIRO developed to predict building temperature based on various factors.

The tools can model complex effects of building mass, insulation, window size, and other elements.

The outcome is a star rating that reflects the building's overall thermal efficiency, indicating how well it can maintain a comfortable indoor temperature without excessive reliance on heating or cooling systems.

The star rating scale ranges from 0 to 10, with a 6-star rating being the minimum requirement for compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC).&nbsp;

Achieving a higher star rating demonstrates a commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability, as the building is better equipped to minimise its environmental impact and reduce long-term energy costs.

Anyone can use NatHERS tools, but accredited assessors can provide certified ratings and professional advice.

<h2>Benefits of Higher NatHERS Ratings</h2>

Energy Efficiency: Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings are more energy-efficient, requiring less heating and cooling energy. This reduces the structure's carbon footprint and lowers occupants' energy bills.

Cost Savings: Homes with higher NatHERS ratings are generally more energy-efficient, resulting in reduced energy consumption for heating and cooling. This translates to lower energy bills for homeowners, making sustainable living environmentally friendly and economically viable in the long run.

Environmental Impact: Lower energy consumption directly translates to a reduced environmental impact. Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings contribute to the overall goal of mitigating climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions associated with heating and cooling systems.

Improved Comfort: Buildings with high NatHERS ratings offer better thermal comfort to occupants. Proper insulation, well-designed ventilation, and optimal orientation maintain a consistent and comfortable indoor temperature, providing occupants with a more enjoyable and healthier space.

Market Value and Desirability: Higher NatHERS ratings can enhance the market value of a property. As energy efficiency becomes a more significant consideration for homebuyers, a well-rated building may attract a premium price and stand out in the real estate market.

Compliance with Building Codes: NatHERS ratings are a vital component of the National Construction Code (NCC), and compliance with these ratings is often a mandatory requirement for new developments. Local councils and planning authorities may set minimum energy efficiency standards that must be met to obtain development approval.

The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a crucial initiative shaping the future of energy-efficient, resilient, and cost-effective homes. With its recent upgrades, NatHERS has evolved into a world-leading tool for the building sector, supporting the global commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Staff Writer

What is a NatHERS rating in new off the plan apartment developments?

Mixed-use developments have gained significant popularity across Australia in recent years due to their unique blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces.

Unlike traditional single-purpose developments, mixed-use projects offer a harmonious integration of various functions within a single locale.

Residential units seamlessly coexist with commercial establishments, retail outlets, dining venues, entertainment hubs, and recreational facilities, with the combination not only enhances convenience but also fosters a vibrant lifestyle and a sense of community.

<h3>Convenience and accessibility</h3>

Mixed-use developments are designed with convenience in mind. They often integrate residential units with commercial spaces, retail outlets, restaurants, and recreational facilities, creating a self-contained community.

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The proximity allows residents to enjoy the convenience of having essential amenities and services within walking distance. Whether it's grabbing a cup of coffee, going grocery shopping, or accessing healthcare services, everything is conveniently located, saving residents time and effort.

<h3>Vibrant lifestyle and community</h3>

One of the major advantages of mixed-use developments is the vibrant lifestyle they offer. With a diverse range of amenities and communal spaces, residents have ample opportunities to interact, socialise, and build a sense of community.

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The presence of parks, community centres, and shared spaces fosters a lively atmosphere, encouraging residents to engage in various activities and events. The vibrant lifestyle within these developments creates a unique sense of belonging and camaraderie among the residents.

<h3>Potential for higher rental yields and property value appreciation</h3>

Mixed-use developments tend to attract a broad range of tenants and buyers due to their versatile nature. This high demand can result in higher rental yields for investors and potentially lead to property value appreciation over time.

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The integration of commercial and retail spaces attracts businesses, which can provide a stable rental income stream. Additionally, the popularity of mixed-use developments often drives up property values, making them a potentially lucrative investment in the long term.

<h3>Enhanced security and maintenance</h3>

Mixed-use developments typically have comprehensive security measures in place. With controlled access points, CCTV surveillance, and professional security staff, residents can enjoy enhanced safety and peace of mind.

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Additionally, these developments often have dedicated maintenance teams responsible for the upkeep of common areas, landscaping, and infrastructure. This ensures that the overall appearance and functionality of the development are well-maintained, creating a pleasant living environment for residents.

<h3>Live-work-play balance</h3>

One of the key attractions of mixed-use developments is the ability to achieve a desirable live-work-play balance. The integration of residential and commercial spaces allows residents to live closer to their workplaces, reducing commuting time and improving work-life balance.

The proximity to various amenities and recreational facilities encourages an active and healthy lifestyle. Residents can easily access fitness centres, parks, restaurants, and entertainment options, all within the same development, leading to a more fulfilling and convenient way of life.

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The top five reasons to buy in a mixed-use development

When buying a property, everyone needs to be aware of the additional costs that come as part of the buying process.

Often the largest outlay, after the deposit which goes to the bank, is stamp duty.

<h2 style="line-height: 1.38;">What is Stamp Duty?</h2>

Stamp duty is an extra tax to pay the government when you buy land, a property, and other certain assets.

It happens when the legal ownership is transferred. It can also be known as property transfer duty or transfer duty.

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<h2>Who pays Stamp Duty?</h2>

In some circumstances, you may get an exemption. For some states, you won’t have to pay for stamp duty if you are a first home buyer or a pensioner for houses under a particular price. There are also stamp duty concessions, where you may be entitled to a discount.

<h2>How much does Stamp Duty cost?</h2>

Each state has different rules which affect how much you need to pay. These rules can affect the rate you pay, and the timeframe you will need to pay in. Before you buy land or a property, make sure you check the up-to-date information for your state’s stamp duty.

You can use a free stamp duty calculator online to see approximately how much you’ll need to pay. Find out if you’re eligible for an exemption by enquiring on a project via Urban!

Overall, the stamp duty you need to pay will depend on:

<ul>
	<li aria-level="1">How much your land/property is worth</li>
	<li aria-level="1">Where your land/property is located</li>
	<li aria-level="1">What type of land/property it is</li>
</ul>

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Ellen Walker

Off-the-plan property explained: What is stamp duty?

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Abercromby's have a house on Lake Eildon in central Victoria listed for sale.
Lakewood was featured in the <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/https://www.amazon.com/100-Dream-Houses-Down-Under/dp/1864703016" target="_blank">100 Dream Houses from Downunder</a>.
The property at <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/lakewood-360-campagnolos-road-mansfield/Property-Details-buy-residential-8303160" target="_blank">360 Campagnolos Road, Mansfield</a> has $2.5 million hopes through Abercromby's agent Tim Bennetts.
Designed by architects BBP with views across Lake Eildon's Delatite Arm, it is primarily constructed from glass and steel.
It has eight bedrooms, multiple living areas, state of the art kitchen and boat shed on its 18 acres.
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Lake Eildon home worthy of the 100 Dream Houses from Downunder

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In 2014 a total of $53.7 billion, over one billion dollars a week, was spent on Melbourne residential real estate.
This is an increase from the $52.9 billion in 2013 and $43.8 billion in 2012, reflecting the overall growth in the market over the last few years. It is worth noting that last year was still slightly below the all time record of $54 billion in 2010.
The citywide changes are also reflected at a suburban level.
Whilst the top 10 Melbourne suburbs ranked by the total spent on residential real estate did not show a lot of change between 2013 and 2014, the amount spent did.
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Top of the list was Brighton. Last year an average of $2.3 million was spent every day in Brighton property purchases and $378,213 more every day than the previous year.
This pushed the entire value of sales from $700 million to $841 million. Brighton may have a higher value of sales than any other suburb, however the increase was dwarfed by the rises recorded in Melbourne, Glen Waverley, Kew and Toorak.
In 2013 for instance, $1.49 million was spent on units in the suburb of Melbourne and this rose by half a million dollars a day to $2.05 million. This rise is partly due to the increased prices being paid and partly the increased construction.
Glen Waverley recorded the most significant difference.. Over the course of the year $233 million more was spent on houses which in turn pushed the median house price up from $807,000 to $970,000. Neighbouring Mount Waverley also saw a significant rise of $311,747 on a daily basis.
Key points:
<ul>
<li>Over one billion dollars a day was spent of residential real estate last year 
</li>
<li>Brighton recorded the highest spend, $842 million 
</li>
<li>Glen Waverley recorded a $233 million rise</li>
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WEEKEND AUCTION PREVIEW
There are 1,459 auctions scheduled this week in Melbourne compared to 1,414 for the same time last year. The highest volume of auctions in a single suburb will be found in Reservoir where 29 are expected. There are 26 scheduled in St Kilda and 24 in Brighton.
The compressed autumn auction market, the three weeks between Labour Day and Easter, are delivering excellent results to vendors with clearance rates tracking nearly 10 points above the same time last year while simultaneously showing high volumes.
At the end of last year the market appeared to have a slowing trend but the interest rate cut has clearly reversed that.
Citywide across the private sale market over the past week the time on market results for houses sold at private sale fell to 31 days, down from 32 days in the previous week. Overall vendor discounting contracted to -5.2% from -5.4%.
Key data:
<ul>
<li>Clearance rate week ending 22 March: 77.1% 
</li>
<li>Melbourne auctions expected week ending 29 March: 1,459 
</li>
<li>Melbourne private sales time on market week ending 22 March: 31 days (houses) 
</li>
<li>Melbourne vendor discounting market week ending 22 March: -5.2% (houses) 
</li>
<li>Listings being prepared for market are 11.2% higher in the month ending 22 March (seasonally adjusted)</li>
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More than a billion dollars a week spent on Melbourne property in 2014: Robert Larocca

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It will come as no surprise that there are very few three or four bedroom apartments in the CBD, Docklands or Southbank.
Developers frequently cite market demand as the reason why they don’t build larger high-density dwellings.
A review of data from the apartments advertised for sale in the past two years shows that the size of dwellings does vary between the three inner city suburbs of Melbourne, Docklands and Southbank.
Across those three suburbs, 43 of the 3,966 homes had four or more bedrooms.
Three bedroom apartments where rare but slightly more plentiful with 434 advertised for sale. They were mostly found in Southbank and Docklands.
Almost one in two apartments in the suburb of Melbourne were one bedroom but they are far less plentiful in Docklands and Southbank, accounting for around 25% of the housing.
It is interesting to see the differences in the type of apartments between Melbourne and Docklands/Southbank.
From the perspective of the number of bedrooms Docklands and Southbank are the home to larger apartments than Melbourne. One-bedroom apartments accounted for 23% of apartments in Docklands and 28% in Southbank. In the suburb of Melbourne the comparable number is 47%.
Clearly, developers are providing different dwellings in different suburbs. This is also obvious when a comparison is made to a very different apartment market such as bayside Brighton where 9% had one bedroom, three bedroom apartments comprised 34% of the market, and two bedroom apartments were the majority at 53%.
What is also clear is that if you are looking for a four bedroom unit then it will take a very long time.
Key points
<ul>
<li>Across 2013 and 2014 only 1% of apartments advertised for sale in Melbourne had four bedrooms</li>
<li>Two bedroom apartments are more likely to be found in Southbank and Docklands than Melbourne</li>
<li>In Brighton only 9% of apartments had one bedroom</li>
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Only one out of 100 apartments has four bedrooms in Melbourne’s CBD: Robert Larocca

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Bathing Box 6 at Dendy Street Beach in the beachside suburb of Brighton will be auctioned on 28 March.
The beach box on the well known strip is located near the Brighton Lifesaving Club.
John Clarkson of hockingstuart is marketing <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/bathing-box-6-dendy-street-beach-brighton/Property-Details-buy-residential-8489600" target="_blank">the blue and yellow bathing box</a>, with $150,000 plus price expectations.
Last year, he sold a new Brighton bathing box, 57a, <a href="/news/vic/200-000-plus-hopes-for-bright-new-bathing-box-on-brighton-beach">for $215,000</a>.
The agent has lengthy history with the suburbs' bathing boxes, being the first to auction one in 1999, for $58,000.
The highest known price for a Brighton bathing box was set in 2011 at $260,000.
While bathing boxes may be Brighton icons, they are known to fetch much more elsewhere in Victoria. In Portsea, the record for a boatshed sale was set in 2011 at $585,000. At an <a href="/expert-insights/buying/no-record-as-portsea-boatshed-fetches-553-000-at-australia-day-2015-weekend-auction">Australia Day auction this year</a>, one sold for $553,000.
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Brighton Bathing Box listed with $150,000 guide

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Toorak truimphs among the 59 suburbs in Melbourne that currently have a median house price of $1 million or more, according to the REIV.
Of these, 36 suburbs had more than 30 sales in the December 2014 quarter. 
There were eight new entrants to this list over the quarter: East Melbourne, Flinders, Carlton North, Clifton Hill, Richmond, Northcote, Aberfeldie and Strathmore. 
Carlton, North Melbourne, Fairfield, Moonee Ponds and Bentleigh fell off the list in the latest quarter.
Melbourne's $1 million plus suburbs:
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"TOORAK"]'>TOORAK</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2850000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,850,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"DEEPDENE*"]'>DEEPDENE*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2250000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,250,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CANTERBURY*"]'>CANTERBURY*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2201000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,201,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"EAST MELBOURNE*"]'>EAST MELBOURNE*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2087500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,087,500</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"FLINDERS*"]'>FLINDERS*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2070000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,070,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"KEW"]'>KEW</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2035000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,035,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BRIGHTON"]'>BRIGHTON</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,2000000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$2,000,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MALVERN"]'>MALVERN</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1912500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,912,500</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ARMADALE"]'>ARMADALE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1900000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,900,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BALWYN"]'>BALWYN</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1800000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,800,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CAMBERWELL"]'>CAMBERWELL</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1775000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,775,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"HAWTHORN EAST"]'>HAWTHORN EAST</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1725000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,725,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MIDDLE PARK*"]'>MIDDLE PARK*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1717500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,717,500</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MONT ALBERT*"]'>MONT ALBERT*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1700000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,700,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"GLEN IRIS"]'>GLEN IRIS</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1570000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,570,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"EAGLEMONT*"]'>EAGLEMONT*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1560000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,560,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"SURREY HILLS"]'>SURREY HILLS</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1525000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,525,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"HAWTHORN"]'>HAWTHORN</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1515000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,515,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"IVANHOE EAST*"]'>IVANHOE EAST*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1503750]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,503,750</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BALWYN NORTH"]'>BALWYN NORTH</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1503000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,503,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BLACK ROCK*"]'>BLACK ROCK*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1500000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,500,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ELWOOD*"]'>ELWOOD*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1500000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,500,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ALBERT PARK"]'>ALBERT PARK</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1452000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,452,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"HAMPTON"]'>HAMPTON</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1450000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,450,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MALVERN EAST"]'>MALVERN EAST</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1432500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,432,500</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CAULFIELD NORTH"]'>CAULFIELD NORTH</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1401000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,401,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CAULFIELD*"]'>CAULFIELD*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1375000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,375,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BOX HILL*"]'>BOX HILL*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1359000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,359,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BRIGHTON EAST"]'>BRIGHTON EAST</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1350000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,350,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"KEW EAST*"]'>KEW EAST*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1305500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,305,500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MCKINNON*"]'>MCKINNON*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1292500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,292,500</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"SOUTH YARRA"]'>SOUTH YARRA</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1290000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,290,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"SANDRINGHAM"]'>SANDRINGHAM</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1282500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,282,500</td>
</tr>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"FITZROY*"]'>FITZROY*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1279500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,279,500</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"IVANHOE"]'>IVANHOE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1270750]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,270,750</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ELSTERNWICK"]'>ELSTERNWICK</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1255250]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,255,250</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CAULFIELD SOUTH"]'>CAULFIELD SOUTH</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1250000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,250,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"SOUTH MELBOURNE*"]'>SOUTH MELBOURNE*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1243000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,243,000</td>
</tr>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"PARK ORCHARDS*"]'>PARK ORCHARDS*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1210000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,210,000</td>
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<tr>
<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ASHBURTON"]'>ASHBURTON</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1200000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,200,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"PORT MELBOURNE"]'>PORT MELBOURNE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1180000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,180,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CARLTON NORTH"]'>CARLTON NORTH</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1160000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,160,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"PRAHRAN"]'>PRAHRAN</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1160000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,160,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ALPHINGTON*"]'>ALPHINGTON*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1140000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,140,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"CLIFTON HILL*"]'>CLIFTON HILL*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1140000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,140,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MONT ALBERT NORTH*"]'>MONT ALBERT NORTH*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1140000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,140,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ORMOND*"]'>ORMOND*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1102000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,102,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"BEAUMARIS"]'>BEAUMARIS</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1100000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,100,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"GLEN WAVERLEY"]'>GLEN WAVERLEY</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1095000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,095,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"RICHMOND"]'>RICHMOND</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1071000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,071,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"NORTHCOTE"]'>NORTHCOTE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1065000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,065,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ST KILDA"]'>ST KILDA</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1060000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,060,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ABERFELDIE*"]'>ABERFELDIE*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1050000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,050,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"STRATHMORE"]'>STRATHMORE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1026000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,026,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"MURRUMBEENA"]'>MURRUMBEENA</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1022500]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,022,500</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"DONCASTER"]'>DONCASTER</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1020000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,020,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"TEMPLESTOWE"]'>TEMPLESTOWE</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1014000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,014,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"ST KILDA EAST*"]'>ST KILDA EAST*</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1010000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,010,000</td>
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<td data-sheets-value='[null,2,"FITZROY NORTH"]'>FITZROY NORTH</td>
<td data-sheets-value="[null,3,null,1010000]" data-sheets-numberformat='[null,4,"\"$\"#,##0",1]'>$1,010,000</td>
</tr>
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</table>
Source: REIV
* denotes less than 30 sales in the quarter
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Toorak triumphs with Melbourne's highest median house price: REIV

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RealAs advised 80% of home auctions in metropolitan Melbourne suburbs were "underquoted" in February 2015 with buyer price guidance.
Box Hill South had the biggest gap between estate agent price guidance and the final auction selling price.
The realAs website alleges Victoria holds the title as the worst underquoting state in Australia.
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Box Hill South
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32%
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2
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Bulleen
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31%
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3
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Templestowe Lower
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30%
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4
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Burwood
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29%
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Armadale
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29%
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6
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Carlton North
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29%
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7
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Doncaster
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28%
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Burwood East
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28%
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9
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Caulfield South
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27%
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10
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Carnegie
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27%
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The realAs.com price predictions website was co-founded by Australia’s first buyers’ advocate, David Morrell.
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Box Hill South agents can't get their price estimates close to auction results: realAs

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Two homes, just a kilometre apart, in Aireys Inlet are among this year's Easter auction offerings.
The double storey home with ocean views in Fairhaven will be auctioned on Sunday 5 April.
Set on a 920 square metre parcel, the home perched atop a cliff has views of a 6 kilometre stretch of Fairhaven beach. The three bedroom house, renovated in 2010, has direct beach access. Natural materials feature prominently, with timber cladding, columns and ceilings.
Agents Marty Maher and Mim Atkinson of Great Ocean Properties Aireys Inlet are expecting $2.75 million to $3 million for <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/26-lialeeta-road-fairhaven/Property-Details-buy-residential-8401114" target="_blank">26 Lialeeta Road</a> (pictured above).
Nearby <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/8-river-reserve-road-aireys-inlet/Property-Details-buy-residential-8145724" target="_blank">8 River Reserve Road in Aireys Inlet</a> (pictured below) will be auctioned the day before by the same agents, on 4 Saturday April.
<img src="/images/2015/03/16/aireys%20inlety%20march%2016%20one.jpg" alt="">
The distinctive house is marked by a glass atrium at the entrance, which holds a spiral staircase leading up to the upper level and the rooftop terrace. The four bedroom, four bathroom house includes a gas open fire and views over the river valley.
It comes with $950,000 to $1 million price expectations.
Victoria's coastal Easter long weekend auctions aren't restricted to Aireys Inlet. <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/148-150-back-beach-road-portsea/Property-Details-buy-residential-8445140" target="_blank">148-150 Back Beach Road in Portsea</a> (pictured below), a five bedroom home, will be auctioned on Sunday 5 March.
<img src="/images/2015/03/16/portsea%20%20march%2016%20one.jpg" alt="">
Known as Lido, the two storey house and its gardens span two titles at 1,500 square metres, with views over Port Philip Bay. The house with a pool is mareted by Kay and Burton agents Liz Jensen and Linda Boulter.
Jensen is also marketing <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/4-benjamin-parade-blairgowrie/Property-Details-buy-residential-8444826" target="_blank">4 Benjamin Parade in Blaigowrie</a>, which is to be auctioned an hour later, with David Heathcote.
While some vendors have chosen to take their homes to auction on the traditionally quiet Easter weekend, it seems the bulk of Victoria's coastal auctions will occur the weekend after. The second weekend of April will see Sorrento's <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/3492-point-nepean-road-sorrento/Property-Details-buy-residential-8481806" target="_blank">3492 Point Nepean Road</a> (pictured below) go under the hammer through Max Prentice of Prentice Real Estate in conjunction with Hodges' Andrew Boyce.
<img src="/images/2015/03/16/sorrento%20mar%2016%20two.jpg" alt="">
The two cliffside allotments will be offered through executor's auction. Lot 2, which is accessed through Netley Avenue, is 1,592 square metres. Lot 3 is 2,789 square metres, and accessible from Point Nepean Road.
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Two Aireys Inlet homes among coastal Victorian Easter auctions

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The Melbourne housing market weakened over 2014, down by an underperforming local economy, according to the Domain Group senior economist, Andrew Wilson.
It was reflected in Melbourne recording price growth of 4.1% over the year, well down on the 10% recorded over 2013.
<img src="/images/2015/03/12/melbourne-mar-12-one.jpg" alt="">
Source: Domain Group
But Melbourne has commenced 2015 in "solid to strong fashion" with activity in the local auction market clearly tracking ahead of the weaker results recorded over late spring and early summer in 2014. 
"Interest rate cuts are fuelling increased confidence with inner suburban regions particularly active," Wilson said.
Melbourne’s mid and upper price ranges, and eastern suburban regions in particular, were the best performers in 2014 with these sectors expected to continue to prove resilient through 2015 as aspirational buyers remain active. 
"Lower interest rates through 2015 will offset weakening economic activity although budget priced outer suburban markets are likely to remain subdued," Wilson said.
"The prospect of a stronger stock market through 2015 will continue to activate prestige buyers. 
"This market sector reported a solid 2014."
<img src="/images/2015/03/12/melbourne-mar-12-two.jpg" alt="">
Source: Domain Group
Wilson said overall Melbourne house prices were set to record similar growth in 2015 compared to 2014. 
"The prospects for a solid autumn season and a moderate spring season continue to be dependent on a stable and improving economic environment," he forecast.
"The Melbourne median house price will increase by between 3 and 5 percent over 2015 with the autumn season likely to produce the best results."
<img src="/images/2015/03/12/melbourne-mar-12-three.jpg" alt="">
Source: Domain Group
Sales this week in Melbourne's eastern suburbs highlight the emerging depth of prestige buyers.
Jock Langley at Abercromby's has sold <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/12-washington-street-toorak/Property-Details-buy-residential-8294460" target="_blank">12 Washington Street, Toorak</a> on the back of a major pre-auction offer. The 2001 house in Paul Bangay gardens had been quoted at $6 million plus for its March 17 private auction.
Late yesterday several parties gathered inside <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/106-stanhope-street-malvern/Property-Details-buy-residential-8312666" target="_blank">106 Stanhope Street, Malvern</a> (pictured above) for a private auction, with it selling under the hammer at around $1 million above the $4 million plus lower guidance expectations. 
Midlothian, the 1891 Malvern property had been renovated by the current vendors by Rosenthal, Munckton and Shields in 1997 and then further enhanced by the addition of a superb pool-side studio, with sub-floor heating, from the same architects in 2006.
Langley says just about every premium offering now has multiple buyers running on it, which is a sign of the depth and heat in the market.
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Melbourne's autumn to produce 2015's best price growth: Andrew Wilson

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There are many different ways of looking at the market and making judgements about its performance.
You can look at sale prices, days on market or even turn up at auctions and count the number of active bidders.
These metrics will invariably tell you how the market is performing, whether is trending up, down, flat and by how much. They don’t and can’t tell you about the future performance. They also don’t tell you about the ease of buying.
The fact is that some suburbs are easier to buy into than others because owners are less inclined to sell. That can be for many reasons, sometimes it is cyclical, for instance in the first few years after property is purchased the owners are less likely to sell.
We measure the ease of purchasing by comparing the number of homes advertised for sale in a given period with the number of properties in the suburbs.
These suburbs are often described as ‘tightly held’.
In the year ending 30 November across Melbourne 5.3% of all houses had been advertised for sale. Those houses sold over the same time had been owned for an average of 11.8 years.
Drilling down to a suburb level the hardest place to buy a house was in Brunswick East.
In Brunswick East a mere 2.1% of houses had been advertised for sale in the past year. Those houses that did sell had been owned for well over the metropolitan average at 14.2 years and in a sign of the lengths buyers were willing to go, the median sale price rose 26.6% in a year.
With some exceptions there is a correlation between the period of ownership, the recent capital growth and likelihood to list for sale.
At a simple level that is demand and supply in action and it won’t surprise anyone active in the market. It also helps explain why real estate agents often letterbox suburbs or streets looking for an owner to sell!
An analysis of the top 10 most difficult places to buy a house shows a high representation of suburbs in the inner north.
Carlton is second on the list and it is followed by Fairfield, Carlton North and Fitzroy North. In each case the proportion of houses on the market is below 3%. With the exception of Carlton the increase in median sale price is above the metropolitan wide number for the same time.
The inner north of Melbourne has been in strong demand from buyers, but the owners have not been as willing to sell.
The inner northern suburbs are not the only place this occurs in Melbourne. The top 10 is rounded out by Clayton South, Mulgrave, Watsonia, Hughesdale and Carnegie. With the exception of Watsonia these are also all in a similar part of Melbourne.
But what happens if you want to buy into a suburb where the owners don’t want to sell?
These are called ‘off market’ transactions and they won’t be covered in this data because the homes are not listed for sale. A small number of those will be the homes sold direct by the owners but the majority are those transacted with the assistance of a buyers agent.
Astute buyers agents are able to build their own networks of sellers. This happens because sometimes an owner wants to sell without advertising or they find that because the buyers agent has a good network of buyers there is simply no need to buy the advertising to support the sale.
So if you want to buy into a tightly held suburb it pays to approach local real estate agents and let them know you are interested and consider hiring a buyers agent.
AUCTION PREVIEW
There are 1,149 auctions scheduled this week in Melbourne compared to 1,085 for the same time last year. Last week’s lower volume produced an outcome in line with trend with the overall auction market continuing to be better than last year.
The timing of Easter this year will ensure a very busy three weeks for sellers, buyers and real estate agents. The gap between Labour Day and Easter last year was five weeks and there were an average of 1280 auctions a week. This is a similar level of activity to Spring.
In respect of the private sale market in the past week, on a citywide basis, the time on market results for houses sold at private sale fell to 33 days, down from 43 days in the previous week. Overall vendor discounting was up stable at -5.4%.
Key data
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<li>Preliminary clearance rate week ending 8 March: 73.7%</li>
<li>Melbourne auctions expected week ending 15 March: 1149</li>
<li>Melbourne private sales time on market week ending 8 March: 33 days (houses)</li>
<li>Melbourne vendor discounting market week ending 8 March: -5.4% (houses)</li>
<li>Listings being prepared for market are 3.3% higher in the month ending 8 March (seasonally adjusted)</li>
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Buying into Melbourne's most tightly held suburbs: Robert Larocca's weekend auction preview

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Middle Melbourne is leading the way as the Victorian capital continues to produce growth property markets right across the metropolitan area.
Melbourne isn’t getting the same headlines as Sydney, nor has not produced the same level of price growth, but it continues to present as a solid property market, with few signs of decline.
Our research for the latest edition of The Price Predictor Index shows there is momentum rippling through markets in all sectors.
There are strong precincts north, south, east and west of the CBD. Indeed, under the Index ranking system Melbourne has more notable markets than Sydney, with 12 Rising Fast, 118 Rising Steadily and 88 Consistency markets.
The market segment that stands out the most is “middle Melbourne”. There are several middle-ring precincts with mid-range prices (a tier below the million dollar median suburbs of the inner south-east) that are clear market leaders.
Melbourne’s up-cycle began in 2013 with the inner-city and the prestige suburbs of the inner south-east. But in 2014 the momentum spread increasingly to the middle-ring and outer-ring suburbs.
The middle market that deserves the title as leading growth area in Melbourne is the Whitehorse LGA, east of the Melbourne CBD. It has three Rising Fast suburbs and 10 rated as Rising Steadily. They include Nunawading (median price $690,000), Burwood East ($780,000) and Blackburn South ($780,000).
The Darebin municipality in the mid north is another rising middle-market precinct, with two Rising Fast suburbs – Preston ($660,000) and Reservoir ($520,000) – and two Rising Steadily suburbs.
Also prominent is Monash City with one Rising Fast suburb and seven Rising Steadily ones. Mount Waverley ($930,000) in the Monash LGA is one of the most upwardly-mobile suburbs in the nation, with sales per quarter rising from 134 to 177 to 191 to 246 throughout 2014.
The Kingston LGA, which includes middle market suburbs such as Cheltenham ($690,000) and Parkdale ($760,000), continues to emerge. It has one Rising Fast suburb, five Rising Steadily markets and four Consistency markets.
Cheaper areas further from the CBD are also thriving in the current cycle. The Casey LGA in the south-east has eight growth markets, including Endeavour Hills ($430,000) and Hampton Park ($350,000). Nearby, the Greater Dandenong and Frankston LGAs also have growth markets.
Whittlesea in the north is a strongly emerging precinct: it has one Rising Fast suburb and five Rising Steadily markets. Sales in Mill Park have been 70, 98, 90 and 140 in the past four quarters. The key feature in this precinct is affordability, good transport links and major jobs nodes.
The Brimbank LGA in the western suburbs continues to stand out. It has six Rising Steadily suburbs and eight Consistency markets. Again, it’s the power combination of affordability, infrastructure and jobs nodes that is driving this precinct.
Momentum in the Melbourne area spreads down to the Mornington Peninsula in the far south, where there is one Rising Fast market, three Rising Steadily suburbs and nine Consistency markets.
Upmarket areas such as the Boroondara LGA and the Glen Eira LGA feature, but most of the standout precincts are middle-market and bottom-end suburbs. This is where we expect to see the most price growth in 2015.
TERRY RYDER is the founder of <a href="https://hotspotting.com.au/" target="_blank">hotspotting.com.au</a>. You can <a href="https://mailto:ryder@hotspotting.com.au" target="_blank">email him</a> or follow him on <a href="https://www.twitter.com/hotspotting" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. 
 
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