04/06/2026
Australia's Property Market Has Changed
Australia's property market looks very different to what it did just a few years ago.
đ Brisbane's median home value now sits at $1.13M, making it the second most expensive capital city in Australia behind Sydney.
đ Perth has surged past the million dollar mark.
đ Adelaide is now approaching a median home value of $1M.
đ Meanwhile, Melbourne's median home value is now significantly lower than Brisbane's, despite historically being one of Australia's most expensive cities.
A few interesting observations:
⢠Brisbane now requires an estimated household income of $186,000 to comfortably service an 80% loan.
⢠Sydney requires around $200,000, only marginally higher.
⢠Melbourne requires approximately $152,000, despite being Australia's second largest city.
⢠The typical Australian home has increased in value by around $230,000 since 2020.
While these numbers can seem daunting, they also tell another story.
Millions of Australians continue to buy homes, upgrade properties, invest, and build wealth through real estate every year. The key is understanding your options and having the right strategy.
At New Horizon Financial, we help clients navigate lender policies, maximise borrowing capacity, structure loans correctly, and create a clear pathway toward their property goals.
Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, investing, refinancing, or simply exploring what's possible, we're here to help on đ 1300 133 597or visitđ www.newhorizonfinancial.com.au
*Figures shown are estimates only and assume a dual-income household, 2 dependants, no other liabilities, average living expenses, 80% LVR, 6.09% interest rate and a 30 year loan term. Actual borrowing capacity varies by lender and individual circumstances.