Dozens of affordable properties in Wales, Dozens of cheap properties were quickly snapped up for as little as $10,000, attracting significant attention from buyers. However, there is an important caveat to consider before rushing into such deals that appear too good to be true. An auction house in Wales experienced a particularly busy end to the year, facilitating the sale of numerous...

Blue Mountains retreat conceals room behind bookcase, A hidden "secret room" behind a bookcase in this charming country estate will surely surprise house hunters, even the most experienced. This remarkable home is currently for sale in Blackheath, New South Wales, nestled within the breath taking Blue Mountains region. When you push a bookcase in one of the bedrooms, a spacious 20-square-meter...

One of Sydney's rare 'castles' for sale, In the past 120 years, only two Australians have ever called this remarkable castle their home. Innisfallen Castle, an English Gothic masterpiece, stands proudly overlooking the harbour, blending history with modern significance. Commissioned in 1902, the castle is one of only eight in all of Sydney, making it quite unique. With its thick walls and...

Where were Perth's lowest house sales?, Only a few houses sold for $300,000 or less in Perth this year. These sales were mainly in the older outer suburbs. Perth's house prices reached a record median of $882,075 in 2024. Experts predict an additional rise of approximately 10 percent in the upcoming year. The cheapest house sold in Perth was priced at $289,000 in February. It was a two-bedroom,...

Ultra-cheap city flats, major catch involved, A ground-floor flat in a popular London suburb is listed for only £70,000 ($140,000). This price is remarkably low for a city consistently ranked among the world’s priciest housing markets. However, there’s a catch: the flat measures only 2.06 metres in width. In fact, it’s even narrower than a typical Tube carriage. In total, the flat...

Unique chance to purchase Bondi Beach penthouses, A rare opportunity exists to purchase two brand-new luxury penthouses located side-by-side with stunning views of Bondi Beach. These penthouses are situated atop the award-winning 45 Ramsgate building, which was completed in 2023. They are available for sale either as a combined property or separately. Numbers 9 and 10, 45 Ramsgate Avenue,...

Aussies divided on desired house price direction, Australians are evenly split on whether they want house prices to rise or fall in 2025. A recent study by the Australia Institute reveals that 36 percent of respondents prefer a decrease in house prices. In comparison, 33 percent of participants desire an increase in prices, reflecting differing views on the housing market. This division...

Melbourne predicted as hotspot for 2025, Despite Melbourne's property market declining in price throughout 2024, a new report suggests the city will become a prime investment hub. Hotspotting, conducted by Ryder Property Research, forecasts that Melbourne will experience a rebound in 2025. This prediction comes from the Top 10 National Best Buys report, which evaluates regions based on...

Homeowners selling property below purchase price, New data shows Australian homeowners were more likely to make a profit if they sold their homes in the September quarter. However, the overall national improvement is driven by a property boom in Perth and Brisbane, masking weakness in Sydney and Melbourne. Where property owners are selling at a loss LGALoss-making sales, %Median loss,...

Who gains from build-to-rent apartments?, On the night of the last Census, over 122,000 people in Australia were reported as homeless. This issue is especially concerning for women, as they are more vulnerable to homelessness. In fact, in 2021, more than 80 percent of the increase in homelessness was attributed to women. Dan McLennan, a developer, explains, “We were determined to make a...