Pauline Hanson slams sale to Chinese billionaire
A “cranky” Pauline Hanson has issued a blunt please explain to the Prime Minister and Foreign Investment Review Board over the sale of a historic Victorian property to a Chinese tycoon.
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Builder’s own reno catches buyers’ eyes
A builder’s own renovation and extension to a period home in blue chip Newtown was too good to pass for a young family.
Reno on the cards after quick Highton sale
A young family is preparing to sink its teeth into a renovation of this huge Highton home. But the quick sale has left a crowd of buyers still seeking a project.
‘Shocking’ house beats reserve by $71K
A Geelong West house in such a state of disrepair that buyers thought bows in the walls were the trick of a camera lens has smashed its reserve price by $71,000.
Real estate tricks to negotiate COVID-19
Coronavirus has turned the real estate world on its head with a myriad of new challenges for buyers and sellers. This is how you can get ahead of the game.
How buyers are adapting to COVID-19 world
Geelong homebuyers and sellers have adapted to the new normal amid strict COVID-19 social distancing rules. But some things stay the same.
Gerard Healy boots holiday home in surf hot spot
Brownlow medallist and footy media personality Gerard Healy has sold his holiday home, dubbed “one of the best properties in Jan Juc” due to its views and position near three surf spots.
Neil Finn’s new $6.7m crowded house
After a year long world tour with his new band Fleetwood Mac, Kiwi superstar Neil Finn looks to have made a permanent move with the purchase of a new LA base.
Buyers miss the mark after television reno
A Selling Houses Australia renovation has drawn more eyes to a Drysdale property, but offers haven’t been up to expectations. What could be holding them back?
Landmark home with ‘wellness centre’ for sale
Not getting enough exercise during the coronavirus lockdown? Whoever buys this Northcote landmark will find it easy to get fit at home, given it features a yoga studio, gym, sauna and spa.
Marathon campaign ends for Newtown sellers
A family with teenagers has bought a prestige double-storey residence on a landmark Newtown intersection after 10 months on the market.
The apocalyptic bunkers where the rich are hiding out
It’s Doomsday Preppers for the rich. The places the wealthiest among us head for when a pandemic strikes and they don’t have to sacrifice any luxurious lifestyle traits.
Paul Roos scores sale in four days
AFL premiership coach Paul Roos has swiftly sold his luxury Brighton house, which had been asking up to $6 million and offered an “outdoor oasis” any entertainer would dream of owning.
Does Drysdale house TV reno do the trick?
The Selling Houses Australia team has worked its renovation magic on a Drysdale farmhouse. But will help find a buyer? Find out on TV tonight.
Nurse wins first-home deposit
A neonatal nurse from Melbourne’s west has won a $14,000 boost to her first-home dream, despite sleeping through the raffle after working a 12 hour night shift at Sunshine Hospital.
Angular pad has edge on market
This ultra-modern home embraces acute angles to squeeze four levels of living on to a compact corner block. It’s an on-point offering with a large basement wine cellar and rooftop terrace with city views.
Is now a good time to buy property?
The coronavirus crisis has transformed Melbourne back into a buyer’s market, but is it worth wading in? Experts share their views and offer their tips for buying in the time of COVID-19.
Upgrades double value of coastal retreat
A resort-style property close to the heart of a coastal hotspot won the eye of discerning buyer.
‘Overkill’ home inspections ban overturned
Victoria’s controversial ban on physical inspections of occupied homes for sale and rent has been overturned, following an impassioned campaign by the real estate industry.
COVID-19 set to spur Melbourne exodus
City dwellers seeing the benefits of working from home and keen to escape the “madness” of Melbourne amid COVID-19 are flocking to regional Victoria — and it could be a smart investment.
Can I still travel to inspect property?
Restrictions around physically inspecting properties in the age of COVID-19 have become more stringent in Victoria, but the state government and police have now cleared up a big grey area.
Virus won’t change city office projects
The company building new headquarters for GMHBA and Geelong’s council says more than 1500 construction jobs are secure as the projects push on amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why the time is right for first-home buyers
Changes in the real estate market as a result of COVID-19 have opened up plenty of opportunities for first-home buyers. Here’s how to take advantage.
Windmill, wedding venue seeking to spin sale
Buyers have the chance to bag a quirky triple-threat East Gippsland property the owners spent three decades creating with cottages, a wedding chapel and a “windmill pizza restaurant”.
Inspection ban on occupied homes shock
Victoria’s real estate industry could be on the ropes after the state government quietly outlawed inspections of occupied properties, meaning buyers can only inspect digitally unless a home is vacant.
Italian brick castle a one-of-a-kind home
Old Italian heritage is truly alive in this double-brick labour of love just outside Shepparton, being sold for the first time. Fans of European-influenced suburban design are sure to love this one.
Surf Coast home has towns’ best views
Popular surf breaks are part of the panoramic views from an elite Surf Coast home that’s just hit the market for $3.5M. Check it out.
Esplanade gem revived with lavish Hamptons style
A tired 30-year-old home in a coveted beachside Mornington Peninsula spot has been rejuvenated into the ultimate elegant coastal mansion with Hamptons-style flair in verdant surrounds.
$3M beachside home the best in Torquay
An incredible Torquay residence, previously sold by V8 Supercars driver Will Davison has hit the market again.
Melbourne’s strongest auction suburbs
The auction market was chugging along nicely until being all but ground to a halt by COVID-19. But homeowners should take comfort in strong clearance rates going in. SEE OUR TOP 20.
Abandoned Warburton Hospital could reopen
A deserted old hospital waiting to be used could be reopened after five buyers made offers for it. But the government wasn’t one of them, despite calls for it to make a bid amid COVID-19 fears.
More rental stock, fewer homes for sale
Rentals are flooding onto the market and Victoria’s healthy flow of sales listings is set to soon diminish as the coronavirus crisis moves into its third month of grappling the nation.
Hawthorn tower house the grandest of designs
An elaborate tower residence built in the late 1800s by a renowned architect dubbed “Hawthorn’s architect” is ready for its next chapter. It’s the most elaborate of the Glucksberg Trio.
Street record set as coast faces quiet Easter
A street record for rare coastal gem in old Point Lonsdale is a sign that serious buyers will still be active over the Easter holidays.
Townhouse plan after health site sells
A Torquay developer is planning to build several townhouses after Barwon Health sold a residential property behind its community health centre.
Landlords continue to boot out tenants amid crisis
Struggling tenants and advocates are crying out for concrete government support on halting evictions and rent rises, saying they can’t “depend on the kindness in their landlords’ hearts”.
Animal care pioneer’s old Toorak home sells
A grand Toorak home built for Louisa Lort Smith, the founder of Australia’s biggest non-profit animal hospital, has fetched millions.
Lachie Henderson lists luxury Jan Juc home
Cats defender Lachie Henderson’s ultimate luxe surf shack featuring reclaimed bricks, recycled timber and on-point design is on the market just a few strides back from the sand and swell.
How will housing market emerge from coronavirus?
The next month will be crucial in determining how hard the property market is hit. These are the “optimistic” and “bleak” scenarios, but every situation is “bad news” for one segment.
Luxe penthouse listings defy market fears
As some vendors retreat from the coronavirus-impacted market, spectacular sky mansions in two of Melbourne’s most prestigious suburbs have emerged seeking sales worth up to $10 million.
CEOs selling lush haven from ‘high-stress jobs’
The St Kilda home of a pair of high-powered CEOs is for sale, with gorgeous period detailing, a sub-floor cellar and a backyard spa perfect for “melting away the stresses of corporate life”.
Cool Collingwood confectionery conversion
A converted confectionery factory has hit the market after being transformed into one of the sweetest pads in Collingwood. Get a taste of the inside.
Big payday for Salvos after park centre sale
A resort-style conference centre developed by the Salvation Army in prime Geelong parkland has been sold.
Tent-like Hampton home has curves in all places
This unique suburban pad is wavier than the nearby bay. Parts of it form an “optical illusion”, with more unexpected turns than a Dan Brown book. But it might face one more twist: a bulldozer.
Post office plans delivered to council
Eight groups have lodged plans to buy or lease Geelong’s old post office from the council. So what they considering?
Paul Roos lists incredible Brighton home
Premiership coach Paul Roos is hanging up the boots on his contemporary Brighton pad, sure to make entertainers drool. It comes just days after Warnie pulled the pin on his auction nearby.
Cracking $6m Anglesea view up for grabs
A huge double block overlooking Point Roadknight is on track to become Anglesea’s most expensive piece of real estate.
Lauren Jackson selling city pad
All Star basketballer Lauren Jackson has called time out on her Melbourne apartment — and the NBA women’s MVP reckons the COVID-19 shutdown could actually be beneficial in scoring a sale.
Buyers end long-time search in Newtown
No auction, no worries. Two buyers motivated to end their property search compete for an updated Newtown beauty.
Five contest renovated home in Belmont
Strong interest from five buyers ensures that sellers of a renovated Belmont house will walk away with more than they asked for.
Million-dollar dumps flood the market
A house on a tiny 107sq m block that’s sat idle for five decades is among a handful of fixer-uppers that have hit the market in a blue-chip suburb, all with eye-watering price tags.
Big crowds tuning in for online auctions
The “atmosphere, emotion and competition” of on-site auctions is shifting online, agents say, with two Melbourne homes attracting 100-plus virtual crowds. But clearance rates are taking a hit.
‘Self-isolation specials’ spruiked amid outrage
Holiday rental operators are advertising discount deals for people looking to self-isolate somewhere idyllic. It could help businesses stay afloat, but locals are urging city-dwellers to stay away.
‘Mandatory code’ flagged for commercial tenancies
Commercial agents say more needs to be done as they welcome word of a “mandatory code” for dealing with rentals amid disputes between landlords and struggling business tenants.
Plenty of gains ahead of property market pain
The COVID-19 crisis is expected to cause some pain for the Melbourne market. But before it set in, the vast majority of vendors were toasting profitmaking sales, especially on the fringe.
Can I still inspect properties during coronavirus?
Househunters are embracing technology to inspect properties from the comfort of home, with online platforms also giving vendors peace of mind and maximising social distancing precautions.
Winery meets warehouse for ‘cool’ blend
Equal parts industrial flair and vineyard vibes, there’s more than meets the eye at this Mt Dandenong home with floors reclaimed from Her Majesty’s Theatre inside and deer that visit the gardens.
Victorian Equestrian Centre for sale
World-famous riders and Olympians use the state-of-the-art facilities and “monster arena” for sale in Beaconsfield Upper, which is on the market after more than $2 million of upgrades.
Former top Dog lists Barwon Heads beauty
Brendan McCartney, who coached the Western Bulldogs for three seasons after helping the Cats make history, is aiming to collar a buyer for his modern house just blocks from the Barwon River.
‘Free’ house — but it’ll ‘scare off most people’
Looking for a project to pass the time while in iso? The “best block in Mt Dandenong” is for sale with a “free” house — but the scary project, home only to possums, will frighten most away.
Sorrento house has garage in living room
There’s extra, and then there’s a pristine carpeted garage with turntable flowing seamlessly into your luxury living room. This lavish new Sorrento pad will be sure to rev a few engines.
Essential guide to buying and selling in lockdown
Public auctions and open for inspections are out, but there are still opportunities for savvy buyers and sellers. Here’s how to negotiate this strange new world from the comfort of your couch.
Ristevski and Warnie out, online auctions in
Shane Warne’s mansion and the Ristevski murder house were scheduled for auction tomorrow but have been pulled. Plenty will move online though, as the method shakes off “teething issues”.
Geelong homes primed for self-isolation
Check out these super properties packed with features to help beat the boredom of staying in.
Buyers’ cheeky tactics amid COVID-19
Those still in the market to buy are doing their best to secure “absolute bargains”, which industry figures have slammed as taking advantage of distressed vendors and adding to hysteria.
Roos champion hop to Geelong property
A former North Melbourne footballer’s farming pedigree puts him in a great position to step into the boots of a champion of Geelong real estate.
‘Harry Potter manor’ leaves buyers spellbound
Visitors to this Dandenong Ranges mansion regularly comment it looks like it’s “out of a Harry Potter movie”. Now, the striking manor with hidden rooms and gothic flourishes could be yours.
Highton aged care development set to proceed
The $3.6 million sale of a high-profile Roslyn Rd site paves the way for new owners to push on with an approved 122-bed facility.
Tenants’ coronavirus FAQs answered
Many renters are facing hardship during the coronavirus crisis, despite government moves to support them. We’ve answered FAQs including, what if I can’t pay my rent or am being evicted?
Chin Chin owner sells luxury Lorne hideaway
He’s the owner of some of Melbourne’s favourite restaurants, but Chris Lucas’ incredible Lorne beach pad is fondly known as the ‘Kentucky Fried Chicken house’. It’s no fast-food design though.
Home values improve, but falls expected
The COVID-19 shutdown has already had an impact on Melbourne property prices and the worst is yet to come, experts say, despite house and unit values rising slightly in March.
Former Highton basin to become green housing estate
Barwon Water has launched so-called ‘superlots’ in a new eco-friendly estate offering a mix of medium-density units and traditional blocks.
Buyers splash cash in premium hillside street
Ultimate family playground one of two luxury properties traded in the same Lovely Banks street in space of a week.
Industry demands details on eviction ban
Victoria’s real estate industry has welcomed the moratorium on evictions to help tenants struggling through the crisis, but says further details and support for landlords are urgently needed.
Compact East Geelong house street’s bestseller
A clever character rebuild in East Geelong attracted multiple buyers despite the last-minute auction shake-up.
Market adapts as auctions ‘drop dramatically’
Melbourne was due to host one of its busiest auction weeks of 2020 before the shutdown ban on public sales. Digital auctions proved to be a winner for some, but others are opting out.
Record price for blue chip lifestyle property
Horse enthusiasts have saddled up for a luxury rural hideaway that’s become Gherang’s most expensive real estate sale.
Gerard Healy lists ‘one of the best’ in Jan Juc
Footy great and On the Couch host Gerard Healy has listed his holiday home, described as “one of the best properties in Jan Juc”. Take a peek at the interior and dreamy views.
Agent gets ‘creative’ with email auction
Selling homes in the COVID-19 period calls for creativity. And with on-site auctions temporarily banned, an agent in Melbourne’s southwest opted for an unusual method to ink a deal.
How to buy at auction in COVID-19 climate
Melbourne real estate agents have had to turn to solely digital auctions in the age of coronavirus. Find out how to sign up and bid on the various platforms they’re now using.
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