Current opportunities in Australia’s real estate market

Global uncertainty and high interest rates continue to dominate headlines, but The Property Playbook host Tim Graham and Michael Pell from Propell Property say Australia’s property market is still showing resilience beneath the surface.

While sentiment remains cautious, many experienced investors are staying active, seeing current conditions as a familiar cycle where periods of uncertainty often create stronger long-term buying opportunities.

Rather than stepping back, they are focusing on fundamentals that continue to support the market.

A key factor is cost support. With construction and land prices still rising, significant falls in property values are seen as unlikely.

At the same time, Australia’s ongoing housing undersupply continues to place pressure on supply, while government incentives for first-home buyers are adding further demand in lower price brackets.

Opportunities are also emerging in specific regions. In Melbourne, the $600,000 to $700,000 range is being viewed as value, while coastal New South Wales corridors between Brisbane and Sydney, particularly $850,000 to $950,000, are attracting strong interest.

Southeast Queensland also remains a standout growth region, supported by infrastructure and long-term Olympic-related development.

Across these markets, the strategy being reinforced is clear: focus on strong demand, limited supply, and long-term hold properties in quality locations. Four-bedroom, two-bathroom freehold homes are being highlighted as a core investor preference.

Despite short-term noise, the broader outlook remains anchored in structural supply shortages and rising replacement costs. For many investors, that combination continues to signal opportunity rather than risk.