Federal Budget 2026: what it means for you in the property market

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The trends, features 
and suburbs defining 
luxury in 2026

Price movements
Sustained momentum in property prices
The RBA's decision to hold reflects mixed economic signals with softening employment data balanced against persistent inflation concerns. However the five per cent deposit scheme has injected fresh optimism into the market.
Listings activity
Strong growth demonstrates improved vendor participation
The improved supply position, combined with strong clearance rates and continued price growth, indicates a market finding better balance than the severely constrained conditions in previous years.
Auction insights
Market finding equilibrium between buyer capacity and property availability
2025 figures reflect the combination of constrained supply, pent-up buyer demand and growing anticipation of rate cuts following the RBA's September hold. The expanded five per cent deposit scheme has further bolstered market sentiment.
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