Market Update – 5th January 2026

Melbourne’s property market finished strongly and most experts are expecting Melbourne prices to improve this year. There are still many strong results at the top end of the market as properties at the high end have strong demand when they’re unique trophy homes.

https://todayspaper.heraldsun.com.au/infinity/article_popover_share.aspx?guid=bd3a72f8-afd1-4e5e-a948-bdabe54f46fb&share=true

 

 

Our Group Block syndicate strategies continue to get great results for our clients. Our clients who purchased a one bedroom apartment in Blyth Street, Brunswick for $377,000 had a bank valuation of $500,000 even before it settled.

https://www.realestate.com.au/property/114-blyth-st-brunswick-vic-3056/

 

 

There are some great ways that you can do some small summer renovations to add value to your home. As building costs have increased, many handy homeowners can add value for a small cost. Read our tips in Nathan Mawby’s Herald Sun article.

https://www.realestate.com.au/news/experts-reveal-the-simple-summer-renovations-that-add-the-most-value-to-your-home/

 

 

Suburb records continue to be smashed in Melbourne as was seen with the sale of 29 Hopkins Street, McKinnon. The art deco inspired property sold for a new record of $5,065,000 and was in the popular McKinnon high school zone.

https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-mckinnon-149243080

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