Drysdale property where two homes will double the fun
Two houses and a vineyard in one of the region’s best wine growing districts are just the start at this acreage property on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Melbourne & VIC
Legendary guitar collector’s home set to go under the hammer
Renowned Melbourne guitar collector Con Gallin’s rare English-style home is headed to auction this weekend in Melbourne’s east. See inside.
Zig Zag Winery offers budding buyers ‘wild’ business opportunity
A striking architecturally designed mud brick house and its sprawling 8.9ha property is giving vino lovers a chance to secure a dream home and business just an hour out of Melbourne.
Tradie star’s warning: Don’t trust The Block
An ex footy star turned builder who made money flipping homes throughout his career is telling Aussies to turn away from The Block, saying “don’t believe what you see.”
Aus’ top trainer selling huge Vic facility with two tracks and pools
The nation’s premier jumps racing trainer Eric Musgrove is preparing to farewell his Bass training facility, featuring two racing tracks, swimming pool for horses and much more.
Sam, Snezana Wood’s $6.6m Melb love nest revealed
The Bachelor Australia fan favourites Sam and Snezana Wood have unveiled their luxurious love nest — complete with an unusual feature in their huge gym.
22 Aussie areas where renters’ choices have doubled
Australia may be in the midst of a rental reset, as the number of vacant rental properties nationally has jumped to its highest level since July 2023.
Stubborn Aussie neighbours back in the spotlight
A stubborn Aussie family who has turned down millions and millions for their family home is in the headlines again.
Block judge’s $2m pay out in big move
The Block judge Marty Fox and wife Charlotte have settled a $2 million deal as all eyes are on what they will do with their new pay day.
Left behind: $46bn road map to help Vic’s forgotten residents
A multibillion-dollar plan to help hundreds and thousands of vulnerable Victorians has shown how the state’s planned housing boom is leaving one key demographic out in the cold.
Room for big boys toys at lavish Wallington lifestyle property
Garaging for 14 cars and resort-style surrounds lay the foundation for the good life at this contemporary home overlooking farmland.
Luxe Newtown home puts families in school zone picture
Skip the hassle of daily drop offs at this contemporary four-bedroom residence with a striking rammed earth wall and a swimming pool.
Holiday instead: $50k spend that’s wasted
If you’re thinking of blowing $50,000 on this, think again and maybe take a holiday instead.
Buyers treat themselves to epic Leopold home with VB bar
A 20-car garage and incredible man cave sealed the multimillion-dollar sale of this semirural lifestyle property after just one private inspection.
Belmont buyer first off the block as townhouse sells in days
A Geelong buyer trading inner city apartment for spacious Belmont townhouse was first through the door as a deal was wrapped up in days.
Crowd shocked by Broady auction’s astonishing price
A auction has captured national attention in Melbourne’s north, after fierce bidding pushed a home of three generations to a huge sum. Find out how much it sold for.
Melb renters ditching landlords in droves, surge in empty homes
Melbourne’s rental vacancy rate has risen almost 30 per cent in a year, but it’s not because we have more rental homes. Find out how they’re escaping.
Steph Claire Smith’s epic family retreat with golf course for sale
A sprawling Victorian estate owned by the family of Josh Miller and fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith is now up for sale. TAKE A PEEK
Cranbourne East home has handcrafted saloon and mancave
A home in Melbourne’s outer southeast with its own handcrafted saloon and mancave is ready to be snapped up by one lucky buyer. See inside
Great Gatsby-esque restoration oozes Hollywood glamour
A lifelong passion for collecting Art Deco pieces inspired the lavish transformation of a Newcomb house that amplifies its original 1930s character. See inside.
Five buyers fight for brand new Toorak pad with six-car garage
A showstopping garage, home theatre with its own bar, lift and infinity pool are among the inclusions in a brand new house that just sold, after being inspected by more than 175 buyers.
Young buyers’ drive adds $20K bonus for character home
A quaint character home in a leafy inner city pocket proved such an ideal start for young buyers that two groups keen to secure this address pushed it more than $20K above price hopes.
Startling amount of Vic homes being paid for in cash
The Victorian postcodes where as much as 60 per cent of buyers pay in cash have been revealed. But there are fears about what the practice could mean for future purchasers. SEE THE LIST
Aussies skipping healthcare, meals to keep a roof over their heads
Nearly half of Aussie adults have been unable to pay their rent or mortgage over the past year, and were forced to skip meals or healthcare to make ends meet.
Grim: 3m Aussies in housing risk
A shocking 3 million Aussies are now at risk of a grim future after a fresh report showed what most would never think would happen to them.
Geelong areas where half of homebuyers didn’t need a bank
Cashed up sea-changers, downsizers who don’t need a mortgage when they purchase make up half the home buyers in these Geelong areas, new data reveals.
Melbourne hits sad landlord exodus milestone
A Cheltenham home’s weekend auction has marked a sad milestone for Melbourne’s landlord sell off in a trend that has real estate agents worried about what tenants will face next year.
Two bidders vie for home in Belmont’s ‘best street’
The family appeal of one of Belmont’s best streets had two bidders vying for an updated property close to the Barwon River.
Two bidders vie for home in Belmont’s ‘best street’
The family appeal of one of Belmont’s best streets had two bidders vying for an updated property close to the Barwon River.
How to give yourself eight rate cuts right now
Forget the hype around the NAB rate cut. It’s nothing. These banks can save you $10,000 right now.
What’s behind Geelong’s healthy recovery for CBD
A health-led recovery is bringing more life to Geelong’s retail heart as health and wellbeing providers seek a greater street presence.
Unexpected bargain postcodes revealed
New research reveals Australian neighbourhoods where buyers can get insane value. And it’s not where you’d think.
Portelli’s post-Block shock Dusty Martin move rumour
Billionaire Adrian Portelli isn’t resting on his laurels after buying all homes on The Block’s latest season, with indications he is checking out another Melbourne property owned by Dustin Martin.
Sprawling country retreat has jaw-dropping views
A showstopping retreat offering postcard-perfect 360-degree views across the Victorian countryside’s valleys, bushland and surrounding mountains has come up for sale. See inside.
Majority of Vic suburbs worse off under Albo
An alarmingly low number of the state’s homeowners are better off than when the Albanese government took power in 2022, which could spell bad news for Labor, Greens and Teals when the nation goes to the polls in 2025.
Geelong’s $2m suburb where the homes are becoming more grand
Is this the only Geelong suburb where there’s a risk of undercapitalising? Homes are big on family entertaining, hi-tech gadgets and even the occasional golf simulator.
‘Critical moment’: Melbourne homebuyers’ weekend warning
Buyers are racing to secure a new home before the Christmas countdown begins. Here’s how they’re doing it, and why experts are advising to “seize the opportunity now”.
$120k+ in the bank: Melbourne’s most cashed-up suburbs revealed
The average household in more than 20 Victorian postcodes is sitting on enough spare cash to put down a deposit for a another property. And its not just rich-lister areas. SEE THE LIST
Lygon St hotspot home to The Beast for sale
The famous home of eatery and live music venue The Beast has hit the market. The ultra-cool spot has hosted bands, chilli eating championships and Mexican wrestling.
Inside ex-Saint’s schmick house with seven-car garage, 660-bottle cellar
Former St Kilda defender Max Hudghton has moved on from knockout house he built that features a pool, soundproofed media lounge, 660-bottle cellar and seven-car garage. SEE INSIDE
A-List hairdresser, Netflix star cutting ties with Melb home
Celebrity hairdresser Joey Scandizzo and his wife Jane, former star of a hit TV show, are selling their chic Toorak residence. SEE INSIDE
Australia’s top agents and home projects revealed
The nation’s best real estate agents, projects and company campaigns have been celebrated at an annual Excellence Awards. SEE THE WINNERS
Former Premier Denis Napthine’s big move after 22 years
Former Victorian Premier Denis Napthine and his wife Peggy are selling their home that fronts a historic stock run. Take a look inside.
Home secret to Dancing With The Stars’ stalwart’s success
Dancing With The Stars Jessica Raffa is selling her Brighton property, and she has something in the home that might be key to her winning the show.
End is nigh for stressed homeowners
Crunch time is coming for struggling homeowners over the next nine months, but one of the country’s leading economic figures believes most of us will be OK.
Home loans rise as owner occupiers surge in 2 key states
The average home loan is roughly the same as the Prime Minister’s huge base salary, but that’s done little to quell the Australia’s appetite for property.
Reason Vic beachside locations could jump in price in 2025
Jennifer Kelly chose to move to Portarlington from Ballarat to spend her golden years in a beachside suburb, and she’s not alone. See the suburbs that downsizers are targeting.
How the ‘sandwich generation’ is changing the way we live
The housing crisis has created ‘the sandwich generation’ and it’s having a profound impact on the way many Aussies live their lives.
Olympic sailor flips South Yarra pad in ‘derelict’ state
The former Olympian still spends plenty of time on a boat in the big blue, but when she’s on lad she found a new love for flipping homes. Hear why she does it.
$1m plan for Mount Duneed home to help people sleeping rough
How Vinnies’ CEO Sleepout’s top money raiser has created a five-bedroom home at Mount Duneed to raise big dollars to support people sleeping rough.
Bleak outlook as Aussie city hits 14-year-low
The hope for change in this Australian city ‘remains exceptionally low’ after it slumped to its worst level in 14 years.
Portelli dodges tax after $27m Block buy
Aussie billionaire and serial Block bidder Adrian Portelli has dodged hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax even though he has bought nine properties on the show. Here’s how.
Eye-catching Orb House inspired by ancient Pompeii homes
A landmark Kew property that was short-listed for an Australian Institute of Architects Award has hit the market. See how much you could buy it for.
Block auctioneer: I’m done with the show
One of The Block’s most revered auctioneers says he won’t be back in 2025 after the Nine Network butchered one key aspect of the show.
Four-year search rewards buyers upgrading in Highton
A Highton family on a long search for a home to upsize has discovered an affordable opportunity in a blue chip riverside pocket.
Bleak prediction for Australia’s home building future: HIA
The nation’s peak home building body says Australia will miss its National Housing Accord annual targets until nearly the end of the decade. Here’s why it predicts we won’t get close to the 1.2 million new homes goal.
Converted post office delivers landmark heritage residence
A circa 1888 building that marks the entry to Portarlington’s commercial heart is seeking a modern-day stamp of approval as a private home or business opportunity.
Moolap’s most expensive house poised to break own record
A contemporary family home on almost 1ha of land could become the first residential property in the suburb to crack $2m. See where the attraction lies.
Melbourne homes for sale hit whopping 12-year high
Melbourne has more homes for sale than at any time since 2012 in what is firming as one of the best springs for homebuyers in the city’s history.
‘Bunch of show-offs’: Big problem The Block has to address
Who can remember that last time anyone bought a Block house because they liked it and wanted to live in it? The contestants may have left happy — but fans did not.
Young buyers eye possibilities for picture perfect Belmont bungalow
A young Geelong couple couldn’t have picked a better part of Belmont to find a home they can improve. It was snapped up after an auction near the top of the range.
‘Trump bump’ could push Myer mansion to $100m+ mark
The historic Myer Family mansion in Toorak has moved a step closer to becoming Victoria’s first $100m home sale, thanks to what is being described as a “Trump bump”.
Young family to reset clock on Newtown time capsule
Buyers are looking to make a fresh start in Newtown with a clinker brick house retaining original features such as ornate timber mantels and an AGA cooker.
Motivated buyer snaps up Hamlyn Heights home within hours
The family had clearly done their homework when a four-bedroom Hamlyn Heights residence hit the market. Within hours they had wrapped up purchasing it.
Lambo Guy sweeps Block auctions — buys all homes, by stealth
A surprise team has walked away $1.65m richer after crazy scenes on The Block where rich lister Adrian Portelli ended up buying every property. Hear the reason he decided who he’d crown the winner. (Warning: Spoilers)
Big mistakes trapping homebuyers
Buyers looking for this affordable way into the property market could find the path is not as smooth as they might expect.
The Block homes set for $200k loss as soon as they’re ‘off the lot’
Houses auctioned on The Block this weekend are set to lose more than $200,000 the moment they change hands due to a change that will instantly wipe out value for future investors.
Landmark boutique hotel listed for sale on Bellarine
Queenscliff’s historic Athelstane House has an established reputation as a popular bed and breakfast but could also be repurposed into an amazing private home.
Historic farm opens chance to buy your own mountain
An entire mountain top is up for grabs as a western Victorian farming property is listed for sale for the first time in 85 years. Here’s how to climb to the peak.
Geelong spots that are hot for cashed up Baby Boomers
Cashed up Baby Boomers could turn these Geelong locations into property price boom towns as the entire generation is about to get full access to their super.
Worrying Vic home building numbers buck national trend
Home approvals are on the rise around the country, but they’re down year-on-year across Victoria. However, there are areas that have recorded higher approvals in the past 12 months. See the hot spots for new homes.
Major hint on whether Block quitters will make finale
The Block’s biggest night of the year is nearly here — but the most important question on everyone’s mind is — who is and who isn’t going to be there.
Cricket hot spot guru looks for edge on $7m Melb payday
The man who brought hot spot technology to cricket is hoping for a bit more than a flare when he puts his multimillion-dollar Hawthorn home on the market. SEE INSIDE
Melbourne pyramid-style house crowned Australia’s best home
A Box Hill South house with a brick pyramid roof and courtyard that turns the home into a sundial has taken out the award for the nation’s best architectural residence home for 2024.
Blue-sky thinking wows at beachside minimalist marvel
Uninterrupted views lie beyond an understated facade at this adaptable Bellarine Peninsula home packed with clever architectural features.
15 homes, $200m+: racing gurus’ true wealth revealed
The Waterhouses have made their name as one of Australia’s premier horse racing families, but they have leveraged that expertise, power and wealth into an incredible empire.
Rare Melb home turns into fierce six-way buyer bidding war
A Melbourne couple turned their home of 17 years in the city’s northwest into a family haven and sparked a heated auction with first-home buyers. See the before-and-after photos.
Unusual ‘jewel box’ house wins national architecture award
An experimental Surf Coast home clad in handcrafted, roughly torn clay bricks has been recognised on a prestigious stage for pushing the design envelope. See inside.
Kath & Kim star’s Melbourne mansion sale secret revealed
Kath & Kim star Jane Turner’s sale price of her Elwood mansion has finally been revealed. See how much it sold for.
Block flirter brought to tears by game-changing act
The final challenge before The Block auctions is over at last. And one moment brought controversial flirter Mimi to tears.
Original URL: https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/melbourne-vic/page/6