Propella & Co Buyers Agent. GrannyX.

28/09/2026

What are the best builders in Melbourne for high-yield secondary dwellings that don't require a full planning permit? That question usually hits when you're standing in a backyard doing the maths: $20K to $40K a year in rent, sitting right there on your own land.

The catch is the Victorian Small Second Dwelling Code. Meet every condition (size limits, setbacks, energy efficiency, zoning, bushfire standards, infrastructure capacity) and you can skip the full planning permit process. Miss one detail and you're back to standard planning, which adds months.

Build quality matters for the yield too. A 7-star NatHERS rated home on a concrete slab with a timber frame holds up as a rental asset, not a shed.

If you've looked into a secondary dwelling on your block, what stopped you from going ahead?

https://news.grannyx.com.au/secondary-dwellings-melbourne-builders-permit-free

26/09/2026

I was reading about granny flat construction for 2026 and one line stopped me: the build you choose on day one determines what you earn, and what you save, for the next thirty years.

That's a long time to live with a cheap decision. In Victoria, a granny flat now has to meet a 7-star NatHERS rating, same as any new home. It's not a sticker you add at the end. It's modelled before construction, based on orientation, slab, glazing, insulation, and airtightness.

I keep seeing owners treat it like a box to tick. But a 7-star place on a concrete slab and timber frame rents easier and holds value better. The tenant's power bill is your vacancy rate.

If you've built or rented out a granny flat, did the energy rating actually show up in your power bills or your tenant's satisfaction?

https://news.grannyx.com.au/energy-efficient-granny-flat-construction-tips

25/09/2026

I was talking to a mate who wants to build a granny flat out back. He had a build quote and thought that was the number. Then I asked him about permits, connections, and landscaping. His face changed.

The finance side is doable. Equity release, construction loan with progress payments, depreciation on the new build. But the lenders want a fixed-price contract and a clear drawdown schedule. No contract, no approval.

What's the one cost you didn't see coming on your build? I'm curious what catches people off guard the most.



https://news.grannyx.com.au/how-to-finance-a-secondary-dwelling-construction-in-2026

31/08/2026

🏡 What if your next property opportunity is already sitting in your backyard?

At this Mornington Peninsula, Victoria property, we look at how an existing block can be used more strategically - creating a quality second home while opening up options for additional rental income, family accommodation and long-term property value.

In this walkthrough, we talk through the thinking behind the property, the finished home and why a second dwelling can be an alternative to going out and purchasing another investment property.

For the right property, it can mean:

✓ Making better use of land you already own
✓ Creating an additional income-producing dwelling
✓ Avoiding the cost of purchasing another block of land
✓ Building additional value into your existing property
✓ Keeping options open for family, long-term rental or other future uses*

The first step isn't signing a building contract.

It's understanding what's actually possible on your property.

👉 Book your FREE GrannyX Discovery Session and we'll help you review your site, goals and potential options.

31/08/2026

🏡 Why did we start GrannyX?

Because we saw an opportunity for Victorian homeowners to do more with the property they already own.

Whether it’s creating a home for family, generating another source of rental income, or making better use of an underutilised backyard, a second small home can completely change how a property works.

But we also knew homeowners needed more than just someone who could build it.

They needed help understanding feasibility, design, approvals, construction, quality and whether the strategy actually makes sense for them.

That’s why we created GrannyX.

Hear directly from our co-founders about why we started the business, what matters to us and the standard we want every GrannyX home to represent.

Thinking about a second small home?

Book your free Discovery Session and let’s see what could be possible on your property.

GrannyX - Unlock your backyard.

31/08/2026

🏡 TWO HOMES. ONE PROPERTY. A RARE MELBOURNE OPPORTUNITY.

Melbourne property buyers and investors - this is a rare dual-income opportunity you'll want to inspect!

An ideal setup for investors, extended families, or buyers looking to live in one home while leasing the other.

Property Address: 2 Bligh St, Melton South, Victoria, 3338

🏡 Main Home — Renovated • 3 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom • 1 Car Accommodation
🏠 Second Home — Brand New • 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom • 1 Car Accommodation
💰 Estimated Main Home Rent • $450 per week
💵 Estimated Second Home Rent • $400 per week
📈Approximately 5% estimated gross rental yield based on the supplied rental figures and price range
🔑Vacant position available

This brand-new Class 1a second home includes:

🍽️ Contemporary Kitchens • Terrazzo-look stone benchtops
🧺 European-Style Laundry
⭐ 7-Star Energy Rating
🔑 Airbnb Ready Keyless entry
⚡💧 Separate Metering • Power and Water
📶 NBN Ready
🛡️ 7-Year Home Warranty Insurance
✨ Premium Finishes • Gold tapware and modern fixtures
📍 Great Location • Close to the train station, schools, shops and parkland

Price guide: $799,000–$878,900

Limited Welcome Offer*

Purchase the property price and receive a $5,000 Harvey Norman welcome offer to use towards selected household items such as fridge, washing machine, dryer or television.

Tap Learn More to view the full property details and inspection times.

27/03/2026

A dual transformation underway 🏡🏡 can’t wait to show you what these backyard makeovers become… 🏖️🚤

27/03/2026

For sale our latest project at Bonnie Brook.
19 Ashfordby St, Bonnie Brook.

15/11/2025