As we head into winter, the market is splitting into two speeds — and that creates opportunities if you know what you're looking at:
Still moving quickly
- Well-presented family homes
- In good locations
Sitting on the market
- Poor layout, deferred maintenance
- Awkward position
Sydney auctions
Sydney auction clearance rates are hovering around 66% — a fairly balanced market, neither a frenzy nor a slump. Buyers who have finance pre-approved and can move quickly have the upper hand; those who hesitate or take too long on contract review are losing out.
In the Sutherland Shire
We're seeing a lot of interest from inner-west families looking for more space and a coastal lifestyle. Suburbs like Caringbah South, Lilli Pilli and Cronulla are competitive. But older brick homes on good blocks — the ones that need some love — are being overlooked in favour of the renovated ones.
That's where the value is.
Around the country
In regional markets we're watching areas where vacancy rates are low and rental yields are healthy. Every market is different — flood mapping, council overlays and local infrastructure plans are part of our assessment on every property we look at.
This article is general property market information only — it isn't financial, tax, legal or investment advice. Your specific situation should always be discussed with a qualified, licensed professional (financial adviser, mortgage broker, tax agent or solicitor) before you make any decisions. FiveFold Property Partners helps clients buy property; we are not licensed financial advisers.