MARKET UP DATE RE P O R T
BOR O ON DAR A
BOR O ON DARA MARKET REVIE W WITH DÉSIRÉE WAKI M
Demand remains consistent across Boroondara, with A-grade family homes in prized pockets continuing to attract the strongest competition. While buyers are operating with considered budgets following the recent rate rise, the adjustment has been absorbed well, and decision-making has remained disciplined rather than delayed. Stock quality is the key differentiator: renovated period homes and well-designed contemporar y residences with functional floorplans, natural light and outdoor space are seeing the highest level of enquir y, par ticularly where schooling and transpor t align
Investor interest is also increasing into early 2026, suppor ted by improving rental conditions and Melbourne's relative value when compared with Sydney and Brisbane Vendors are achieving their best outcomes when pricing is market-aligned from day one and campaigns are structured to build momentum early Looking ahead, conditions point to a steady, balanced market , with consistent results for homes that present well, sit in blue-chip locations and meet the lifestyle brief buyers are prioritising
PROPERTY HIGHLIGH T
7 HULL STREET HAWTHORN
A 4 B 2
Price undisclosed
PROPERT Y HIGHLIGH T
16 ALICE STREET MALVERN
A 3 B 2 C 2
Price undisclosed
Renovated and extended with the utmost of respect for its original circa-1890s origins, this pristine 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom plus study Victorian residence presents a seamless synthesis of old world charm and a more contemporar y, sunlit alfresco joy.
Architecturally updated for contemporar y family living, this three bedroom, two bathroom plus study Edwardian home combines the character of its circa-1910 origins with a lightfilled open-plan extension at the rear. Thoughtfully designed to maximise natural light and garden outlooks, it offers a calm, well-propor tioned home in a tightly held location close to Malvern Public Gardens and Glenferrie Road
