Quarterly Market Update AUTUMN 2025 Courtesy of Ray White Bensville & Empire Bay
February data shows the Australian housing market is continuing the growth pattern established in January, with house prices rising by 0.2 per cent month-on-month to reach a national median of $909,617, representing a yearly growth of 5.8 per cent. The unit market similarly saw positive movement with prices increasing by 0.2 per cent to $675,820, delivering an annual growth rate of 5.0 per cent. While expectation of interest rate cuts helped fuel the market’s January revival, the outlook for monetary easing has become increasingly uncertain. Rising economic troubles in the United States and higher levels of global protectionism are introducing new variables that could potentially reignite inflation. The path to interest rate cuts is becoming less clear as global economic headwinds intensify. However, Australia’s housing market has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with the largest price drop in the last 20 years being just five per cent. This structural strength suggests continued price growth is likely even without immediate monetary easing. The combination of January’s overlooked growth, February’s continued momentum, and the underpinning effect of Australia’s housing super cycle points to a positive outlook for property prices. While occasional market fluctuations will occur, the persistent structural imbalance between supply and demand will continue to shape the market for years to come. For those hoping for more affordable housing, the outlook suggests continued price growth, albeit with occasional brief periods of decline. We appear to be experiencing a fundamental shift in the property market’s dynamics, where traditional cycles of significant ups and downs are being replaced by sustained long-term price growth, interrupted only by brief corrections. If you’re considering your options, get in touch with us for a chat about local market conditions. We look forward to helping you realise your property goals. Matthew Kidd Principal, Ray White Bensville/ Empire Bay WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OUR MARKET?
Are you curious to know the new value of your property in today’s market? At Ray White Bensville & Empire Bay we design marketing packages which are completely tailored to your specific needs and goals. Request a free market review and we’ll provide you with an area profile, recent sales and listing activity and more. Simply scan the QR code, enter your details and we will contact you to arrange a detailed property appraisal. Matthew Kidd | 0417 230 732 HOW MUCH IS MY PROPERTY WORTH?
RECENT ACTIVITY IN YOUR AREA 70 Shelly Beach Road, Empire Bay 8 Abundance Street, Kincumber 58 Yarram Road, Bensville 2 Mariners Place, Bensville 11 Bundaleer Crescent, Bensville 26 Rickard Road, Empire Bay 16 Nerang Road, Bensville 8a MacMaster Parade, MacMasters Beach AUCTION FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE SOLD AT AUCTION SOLD OFF MARKET SOLD SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION 3 2 2 4 2 2 4 2 1 3 2 2 5 3 4 3 3 2 3 2 2 2 1 2
FAST FACTS BENSVILLE 6 1. 3. 4. 5. Compared to five years ago, the median sales price for houses in Bensville has increased 36.6% which equates to a compound annual growth rate of 6.4%. PROPERTIES SOLD LAST QUARTER HOUSES AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET SALES HOUSES MEDIAN $1,220,000 HIGHEST $1,550,000 LOWEST $885,000 Source: CoreLogic RP Data 18 December 2024 - 18 March 2025 2. 61 BENSVILLE LEASE MEDIAN HOUSE (4 BED) $900 RENT PER WEEK $1.0M 20 $1.2M 40 $1.4M 60 $800K 0 2021 2022 2023 2024 MEDIAN HOUSE SALE PRICE NUMBER SOLD 2025
FAST FACTS EMPIRE BAY 6 1. 3. 4. 5. Compared to five years ago, the median sales price for houses in Empire Bay has increased 22.5% which equates to a compound annual growth rate of 4.1%. PROPERTIES SOLD LAST QUARTER HOUSES AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET SALES HOUSES MEDIAN $980,000 HIGHEST $1,060,000 LOWEST $800,000 Source: CoreLogic RP Data 18 December 2024 - 18 March 2025 2. 64 EMPIRE BAY LEASE MEDIAN HOUSE (4 BED) $1,050 RENT PER WEEK $900K 20 $1.0M 40 $1.1M 60 $800K 0 2021 2022 2023 2024 MEDIAN HOUSE SALE PRICE NUMBER SOLD 2025
4 TIPS FOR WINNING AT AUCTION The current market is driving the popularity of auction sales, so it’s important to know how to maximise your chances of winning your dream property when it comes up for sale. Pick your position Where you place yourself will impact how much you can see of the other bidders, and vice versa. You can guarantee that they’ll be watching your body language, so ensure you can do the same. Signs of hesitation, or long chats with agents, will help you establish if your opponents are close to dropping out, or if they’re in for the long haul. You should also keep an eye on the auctioneer. Ultimately it’s their job to maximise the return for the client. By watching their interactions you can gain an idea of how the auction is going from the seller’s point of view – whether the reserve price is about to be met or if the property is likely to be passed in. Remember your budget If you think you’re likely to get carried away by the high octane environment, there are a couple of simple tips that can bring you back to earth: • Write your budget on your hand – small enough that competitors can’t read it! • Bring a trusted companion – having a realestate agent bid on your behalf is a good way to ensure that your pre-approved plans are stuck to, but this could also be a friend or family member who you can trust to intervene if they see you getting out of your depth. Have a bidding strategy Walking into an auction without a plan is a recipe for disaster. Do you plan to bid early to show your rivals that you mean business, or do you prefer to wait and see what the field has to offer before entering the fray? Once you have decided what works for you, stick to it. Above anything it’s important to bid with confidence – indecisiveness will be picked up by your rivals. Think about the figures It’s tempting to always bid in round numbers but given auctions can involve a lot of mind games, going against convention can throw your rivals off their game. If an opponent has delivered what they think is a killer blow with a new round number bid, going just over this can simultaneously demoralise them and put you back on top without breaking the bank. Don’t overuse it though - you want to keep the other bidders on their toes, so unpredictability is the order of the day. With these tips in mind, you should be one step closer to securing that perfect property come auction day. If you want to talk further about auctions with a team who knows what it takes to win, get in touch with Ray White today. BID
YOUR RAY WHITE TEAM Ray White Bensville Shop 5, 32 - 34 Kallaroo Road, Bensville NSW 2251 02 4369 2268 Ray White Empire Bay 2B Kendall Road, Empire Bay NSW 2257 02 4369 6618 raywhitebensvilleempirebay.com.au We are a highly experienced team with a proven record of success Tiffany Mooney SALES 0406 398 432 tiffany.mooney @raywhite.com Jodie Warren SALES AGENT 0481 293 929 jodie.warren @raywhite.com Matthew Kidd SELLING PRINCIPAL 0417 230 732 matthew.kidd @raywhite.com Carley Eder RENTALS PRINCIPAL 0432 945 578 carley.eder @raywhite.com Amee Pigram PROPERTY MANAGER 0402 419 882 amee.pigram @raywhite.com Lucy Jaggard SALES ADMIN 0433 000 540 sales.bensville @raywhite.com
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