September 2026 | Brisbane Properties Market Update While property markets across Australia are adjusting to higher interest rates, tighter borrowing conditions and more cautious buyer sentiment, the Gold Coast's new apartment sector is continuing to show surprising resilience. New research from Urbis shows 644 new apartments were sold across the Gold Coast during the first half of 2026, compared...

The Brisbane property market has changed materially through winter. After an exceptionally strong start to 2026, sales conditions have softened as higher interest rates, reduced borrowing capacity and weaker purchaser confidence take effect. At the same time, Brisbane's rental market remains extremely strong. PROPERTY VALUES Brisbane home values fell 0.6% in July, with Cotality confirming this...

Brisbane Market Remains Strong Despite Signs of Moderation Brisbane's property market continues to outperform many capital cities, underpinned by strong population growth, ongoing housing shortages and sustained buyer demand. While the market remains highly competitive, the pace of growth is beginning to moderate as higher interest rates and affordability constraints influence buyer...

📊 Key Market Figures Median dwelling value for Brisbane rose by approximately 8.8% year-on-year in September 2025. Median unit value: ~$755,000, up ~12.4% annually. Median house value: ~$1,062,000 (all-capital-city average used in one report) with Brisbane following similar dynamics. Sales volume: House sales down ~9.2% year-on-year; unit sales down ~22.9% annually in Brisbane....

The Reserve Bank of Australia has just announced its second interest rate cut for 2025, lowering the official cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%. This move follows a similar cut earlier this year in February and could mark the beginning of a new chapter for the Australian property market. With inflation finally edging back into the RBA’s target zone and housing activity showing signs of stabilisation,...

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced its latest cash rate decision for 2025, opting to keep it unchanged at 4.10%. Given the February rate cut and previous indications that further reductions were not guaranteed, this decision comes as no surprise. Economists and major banks had widely predicted the RBA would hold steady. Economic Factors at Play Strong employment figures and...

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A controversial "view tax" on high-rise apartments in the Gold Coast has ignited fierce debate, with residents pushing back against claims that the policy is justified. The tax, introduced last July, increased council rates for apartment owners on the fifth floor and above, with those on floors 40 and higher facing hikes of up to 50%. Meanwhile, apartments between levels 11 and 20 saw rates rise by...

As Cyclone Alfred continues to intensify, there may be disruptions to Brisbane Properties’ communication and IT systems. This could impact phone, email, and online services, leading to potential delays. Additionally, some of our team members may be personally affected by the severe weather and may not be contactable for a period of time. We will make necessary adjustments should this occur. Our...

Dear Tenants & Residents, We are writing to provide an important update regarding Cyclone Alfred, which is currently tracking towards south-east Queensland and may bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential flooding in the coming days. To help protect your property and ensure personal safety, we strongly recommend taking the following precautions: 1. Property Precautions Secure...