As we venture further into 2025, the Australian real estate landscape continues to evolve. According to CoreLogic’s recent Home Value Index, national dwelling values remained essentially flat in January, experiencing a slight decline of 0.03%. This trend was largely affected by the capital cities, where values fell by 0.2%. In contrast, regional areas continue to show resilience with a 0.4% rise in housing values. These markets – which include the Sunshine Coast – continue to benefit from robust migration, affordability advantages, a strong local economy and coveted lifestyle.
The new year has also unearthed some intriguing market shifts, including the fundamental restructuring of the Australian housing market. Realestate.com.au (REA) reports Sunshine Coast is now the third most expensive national property sector after Sydney and the Gold Coast. In fact, some, like Propertyology Head of Research, Simon Pressley, believe this impressive market performance over the past five years is one worthy of the record books. Median house values have soared a staggering 76% to $1.14 million over this period, and should be “etched in history for being one of the strongest property market performances since Federation”. They also forecast further formidable growth, with values predicted to increase between 12-16% in 2025.
Interest rates also continue to play a significant role in buyer confidence. At the time of writing, the next RBA meeting is imminent and homeowners across the country are collectively hoping for interest rate relief. PropTrack economist Angus Moore signalled a drop in inflation to 3.2% could trigger rate cuts for the first time since November 2020. New data from REA highlights Queenslanders could save up to $400 a month in some suburbs after just one reduction.
Here at Hinternoosa, 2025 has started off strong. We were crowned Cooroy’s Agency of the Year for the seventh consecutive time at the annual RateMyAgent awards, and for the fifth year running, Alisa Wythes won Cooroy Agent of the Year. It is also our third time recognised in the top five Sunshine Coast rental agencies. These accolades are testament to the exceptional service and results we strive to achieve and would not be possible without our valued clients.
While we wait to see what the future holds after the next RBA meeting, one thing remains unchanged – our steadfast commitment to real estate excellence. Hinternoosa offers the expertise buyers, sellers, tenants and investors deserve for success in any market landscape.
