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Australian Property Market Continues to Soften

By Ravs Realtors · 21 September 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Property Update
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Capital city dwelling values in Australia declined by 1.1% over the last month and 0.5% annually, showing a softening trend. However, market performance differs considerably between major cities, with buyers remaining price-sensitive.

For Melbourne's western growth corridor, this trend suggests increased negotiation power for buyers. Investors should focus on well-located, quality properties that typically outperform during market adjustments.

Summarised by Ravs Realtors from reporting by Property Update.

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