With school holidays behind us, the market has shifted out of warm-up mode and into a genuine spring stride. Open-for-inspection attendance has increased across new campaigns, particularly for family homes in walkable pockets and well-zoned school catchments. Stock is building, but so is buyer depth: more listings hit the portals over the weekend, yet enquiries, second inspections, and pre-auction offers kept pace.
Auction volumes remain a touch lighter as we clear the post-holiday lull, however, that’s a timing issue - not a demand issue. Expect a sharp step-up as we track toward “Super Saturday” on Saturday, 25 October and the final run of 2025 campaigns. For anyone eyeing a sale this year, the window is tightening: realistically, there are three to four weeks left to launch with enough runway for a full campaign.
The RBA held the cash rate at 3.60% on 30 September, and our on-the-ground assessment is consistent: serious buyers are finance-ready, and quality homes continue to draw competitive engagement. With rates on hold, confidence should firm; if conditions change later in the year, buyers tend to recalibrate quickly — value, presentation, and location remain the levers that decide outcomes.
Key themes this week: motivated family buyers, renewed investor interest amid tight rental conditions, and downsizers focusing on single-level, low-maintenance living. Well-presented, well-located homes continue to lead the market.
Thinking of selling before year-end, or planning an early 2026 move? Speak with your local Marshall White team to book a confidential appraisal and strategy.
