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#363: Market Update April 2026 - Capital City Divergence Widens, Investor Demand Wobbles, Rents Accelerate & Budget Fallout Begins
Published 3 months, 2 weeks ago
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April’s market revealed a clear split. Mike, Cate and Dave highlight declines in Sydney and Melbourne, while Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide continue strong growth, largely fuelled by investors. That momentum may not last. Investor-heavy, lower-priced markets could soften if policy changes reduce demand, while tightly held family homes in established suburbs may prove more resilient.
Rents remain under pressure, with low vacancy rates driving ongoing increases. Buyer sentiment has dropped sharply, and lending activity is easing, signalling caution.
Overall, the market is shifting, with policy and confidence set to shape what happens next.
The Property Trio is:
David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/
Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/
Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/
📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/
You can find more info about topics covered in today's show here:
https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/05/25/ep-363-april-2026-market-update/
Rents remain under pressure, with low vacancy rates driving ongoing increases. Buyer sentiment has dropped sharply, and lending activity is easing, signalling caution.
Overall, the market is shifting, with policy and confidence set to shape what happens next.
The Property Trio is:
David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/
Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/
Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/
📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/
You can find more info about topics covered in today's show here:
https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/05/25/ep-363-april-2026-market-update/