02/05/2026
I just saw this on another post,
It’s exactly what I am thinking.
After years of one sale per month, Maldon had four sales in April, out of approximately 50 properties on offer.
Mark April 2026 in your diary for future reference as the month the market turned.
Interestingly, I have been getting enquiry from Queensland, people cashing in on the prices there and moving to Victoria mortgage free.
I don’t try to pick the exact bottom of the market…
But I pay very close attention when the signs start stacking up.
Right now in Victoria, they are.
Here’s what I’m seeing on the ground:
- More investors turning up at open homes
- Increased enquiry from interstate buyer groups
- Quiet confidence starting to replace fear
Meanwhile, Adelaide, Perth and Queensland have already had their run.
Money doesn’t sit still. It rotates.
And right now, it’s starting to look at Melbourne again.
Now, could we see some short-term volatility?
Absolutely.
Interest rates, the Federal Budget, Change in policy. These things can all create noise.
But here’s the reality:
The best buying opportunities don’t come when everything feels safe.
They come when confidence is low… and smart money starts moving first.
Also worth thinking about—
The Government doesn’t step in with First Home Buyer incentives unless they want to stimulate growth.
So here’s how I see it:
If you’re buying, this is the window where decisions made now will look very smart in 2–3 years.
If you’re selling, just understand where we are in the cycle.
Patience here could be the difference between an average result and a great one.
Melbourne isn’t booming right now…
But the foundations for the next run are starting to form.