The Hotspotting Top 10 National Best Buys report has identified Australia’s top property investment hotspots for 2025, with Darwin and Melbourne standing out.
The list includes several locations, such as the City of Melbourne, City of Casey, and City of Ballarat in Victoria. In New South Wales, the City of Sydney and Tamworth made the list. Queensland features the Sunshine Coast and Redland City, while Darwin represents the Northern Territory. Launceston is also noted from Tasmania.
Hotspotting Director Terry Ryder emphasized that the selected areas have long-term growth potential.
He stated that currently “hot” markets, such as Perth and Adelaide, were excluded to focus on areas with good buying opportunities.
“Melbourne faced challenges in 2023 and 2024, but it’s poised for a comeback next year,” he said.
Ryder remarked on the projected rebound of Melbourne and Darwin, highlighting their affordability compared to other major capitals.
Melbourne challenges
He noted that Melbourne, despite facing challenges in 2023 and 2024, is anticipated to recover due to its widening price gap with Sydney and significant population growth.
He pointed out that Darwin is becoming increasingly attractive for investors because of its affordable housing market and high rental yields.
Ryder indicated that the city shows signs of price growth.
The Hotspotting report assesses regions nationwide based on various factors such as infrastructure, employment, urban renewal, lifestyle, and migration potential, helping investors make informed decisions.
