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Melbourne's Winter Property Market Softer Due to Budget Changes

By Ravs Realtors · 26 August 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Wakelin
Photo: Richard Ricciardi / flickr · CC BY 2.0

The seasonal winter lull in Melbourne's property market has been intensified by federal budget tax reforms introduced in May, resulting in clearance rates hovering in the low 50s, indicating a buyer-friendly market.

This softer market provides a strategic window for buyers in Melbourne's western growth corridor to negotiate more effectively, while sellers may need to be realistic about pricing and market conditions.

Summarised by Ravs Realtors from reporting by Wakelin.

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