Spring Groperty Guide 20150825

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4 Rise and rise of the west Why the west is about to explode

7 Top tipsFirst impressions are lasting

8 Property stylingStyling can add thousands to the value of your home

10 The outsideThe importance of landscaping

12 Invest in the westHome investment opportunities abound

14 Plan wellA good renovation can boost your sale price

16 Davis Creek developmentBuilding a new Habitat

17 Harbour lifeWyndham’s new marina

18 Property guideThe rise of Thornhill Park

19 Maribyrnong & Hobsons BayWhite hot in the inner west

26 WyndhamSpring selling bonanza

34 BrimbankSunshine and St Albans on the move

44 Melton And Moorabool Affordability still the key

54 Sunbury and Macedon RangesLifestyle a drawcard

62 NorthernDemand to stay strong

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Spring into the property marketWelcome to your Star Weekly Spring Property Guide.

We know that selling or buying a home can be a stressful time for everyone, so we have put together this guide to assist you to make the right decision. Whether it is buying a home or selling, this guide has something for everyone. Star Weekly has assembled its team of reporters and real estate experts to help arm you with the latest information on suburbs and property “hot spots” throughout the western and northern suburbs.

Coupled with Australia’s leading online real estate website Domain.com.au, you can access the best and most affordable properties in the region, all at the touch of a fingertip.

To get you started, Australian property market expert Dr Andrew Wilson explains how the property market is expected to perform in both the “inner” and “outer” west and north of Melbourne (pages 4 and 5).

On page 7, we offer up five ways to connect with buyers to get your home sold.

Caroline Springs-based property stylist Vikki Brereton shares her secrets on how you can add thousands of dollars of value to your home on pages 8 and 9.

And on page 10, we talk about the importance of landscaping and And on page 10, we talk about the importance of landscaping and reveal five top tips to make your property stand out from the crowd.reveal five top tips to make your property stand out from the crowd.

Whether it’s buying or selling – or even investing – your Spring Whether it’s buying or selling – or even investing – your Spring Property Guide is packed with useful and relevant information.Property Guide is packed with useful and relevant information.

On Page 14, the ME Bank’s Head of Home Loans Patrick Nolan On Page 14, the ME Bank’s Head of Home Loans Patrick Nolan explains how a well-planned renovation can see your home’s explains how a well-planned renovation can see your home’s market value soar. And to make it easy for you, we have market value soar. And to make it easy for you, we have created sections featuring the latest information, including created sections featuring the latest information, including key statistics, from our key municipalities throughout the key statistics, from our key municipalities throughout the western and northern suburbs.

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Dr Andrew Wilson Senior Economist for the Domain Group

Melbourne’s housing market has re-activated over the past three years driven by the sharp falls in interest rates that commenced in November 2011. Melbourne’s median house price increased by 25.5 percent between December 2011 and June 2015 as official interest rates plunged from 4.75 percent to just 2 percent – the lowest rate ever set by the Reserve Bank.

Rate cuts in February and May 2015 energised the Melbourne market with buyer activity rising to the highest levels since the strong market conditions of autumn 2010. With mortgage rates the lowest since the mid-1960’s, home loan affordability has continued to improve with confidence clearly on the rise.

Although low interest rates have generally re-activated the Melbourne housing market, buyer activity in western and northern suburbs remained subdued through most of 2014. This reflected a deteriorating Melbourne economy with significant job shedding - particularly in the local manufacturing industry. Unemployment increased to decade-high levels which impacted workforce suburbs to the west and north with concerns over job security stifling home buyer confidence.

Melbourne’s autumn market resurgence this year has, however, featured a notable increase in buyer activity in the northern and

western suburbs that has been driven not only by lower interest rates but also by a significant revival in the Melbourne economy.

The local home building boom has created thousands of jobs with unemployment rates plunging and consumer confidence rising. Higher numbers of investors, changeover buyers and first home buyers are driving demand for homes in high-value, affordable middle and outer suburban areas to the west and north of the city.

Winter auction activity reflects the strengthening of these markets with clearance rates for the western suburbs rising to 71.2 per cent over July - well ahead of the 62.2 per cent recorded over July 2014. Similarly for Melbourne’s northern suburbs, auction clearance rates increased to 73.4 per cent compared to the 69.2 per cent rate of July last year.

Auction volumes are also a solid leading indicator of market confidence with listing numbers surging over winter as sellers took advantage of improved market conditions. A total of 902 homes were listed to go under the hammer in the western suburbs over June and July compared to 774 over the same period last year. The northern suburbs reported 506 auction listings over June and July this year compared to 414 last year over the same two months.

No surprise that rising clearance rates from increased auction

volumes have translated into significant winter home price growth volumes have translated into significant winter home price growth in the west and north. The median price of a home sold at auction in the west and north. The median price of a home sold at auction in the western suburban region of Melbourne increased by 14.2 in the western suburban region of Melbourne increased by 14.2 per cent over the past year – up from $576,000 over July 2014 to per cent over the past year – up from $576,000 over July 2014 to $658,000 over July this year. Similarly, the median price of homes $658,000 over July this year. Similarly, the median price of homes sold in the northern suburbs increased by 12.9 percent over the sold in the northern suburbs increased by 12.9 percent over the same period– up from $497,500 to $561,500. same period– up from $497,500 to $561,500.

Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs have clearly revived Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs have clearly revived over autumn and into winter driven by low interest rates and an over autumn and into winter driven by low interest rates and an improving local economy. With solid market momentum and rising improving local economy. With solid market momentum and rising confidence clearly evident, the prospects are positive that these confidence clearly evident, the prospects are positive that these regions are set for their best spring selling season performance for regions are set for their best spring selling season performance for years.

Prices growth is also set to continue, driven by rising investor Prices growth is also set to continue, driven by rising investor numbers attracted by relatively high yields and emerging capital numbers attracted by relatively high yields and emerging capital growth, growing first home buyers particularly in new home and land growth, growing first home buyers particularly in new home and land packages in outer areas and changeover buyers taking advantage of packages in outer areas and changeover buyers taking advantage of value opportunities in the trade up market.

Continued growth in the rapidly gentrifying inner western suburbs Continued growth in the rapidly gentrifying inner western suburbs will also be a key factor of a sustained spring resurgence in what will also be a key factor of a sustained spring resurgence in what must be Melbourne’s best value suburban areas.must be Melbourne’s best value suburban areas.

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It’s undeniable that a bad �rst impression is almost impossible to undo. Take the time before you list your home to do everything you can to make the best impression possible. Taking the time at the beginning will save time in the end as you will avoid having your property sit on the market for a lengthy period because buyers do not �nd it attractive.

Street appeal, a feeling of space and modernising a home will help buyers develop an emotional connection with your home.

If a buyer can see themselves living in your property, it feels inviting and they get tingly at the idea of owning it, and it represents the lifestyle they want.

Here are my top �ve tips to connect with buyers and get your home sold.

Create a great �rst impression: You don’t get a second chance to create a �rst impression. Wash paths and driveways, clean gutters, keep the lawn tidy and stay on top of the weeds.

Create purpose: Empty rooms look smaller, feel cold and are uninviting. Buyers �nd it dif�cult to imagine how they would place furniture in a room, or even if their furniture will �t.

Create space: Scale furniture to �t your spaces so buyers can easily walk around the rooms. If you have a small master bedroom use a double bed instead of queen-size. Create an impression of space by using simple techniques, from �oor-to-ceiling curtains and see-through furnishing such as ghost chairs, glass tables and strategically placed mirrors.

Look up: Buyers will inspect all angles and this includes what is above you. Make sure you clean all ceiling vents, exhaust fans, dust for cobwebs and check that all lights are working (inside and out).

Get organised: It is important to stay organised when selling as you never know when your agent will have a prospective buyer wishing to inspect your home.

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Top tips tosell your homeBy Vikki Brereton


Property styling canadd thousands to thesale price of your homeProperties that have not been styled for sale take longer to sell and do not achieve the best sale prices for property owners.

Caroline Springs property styling expert Vicki Brereton said presentation in a competitive real estate market is serious business and can be the difference between a disappointing sales price and a spectacular result.

“Property styling can help avoid a lengthy, expensive and disappointing sale period on the market,” Ms Brereton said.

“Selling a home that has not been styled only makes your competition look better.

“Home owners can do it themselves but usually need an outside party to be critical of their own personal style and décor, so that the property appeals to a wide range of buyers.

“Recently we worked with a client that lived in a near empty house.

“Once we furnished and styled it, the house sold at auction for $145,000 above reserve, setting a new sales record in the area.

“Street appeal, feeling of space and modernising a home will help buyers develop an emotional connection.

“The home should reflect the market and not the personality of the person selling their home.

“Statistically it takes 90 seconds from the time the buyer walks in the door to know if it’s a home that will give them the lifestyle they’re looking for.”

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Ms Brereton said there a few simple rules to follow to add value to your Ms Brereton said there a few simple rules to follow to add value to your Ms Brereton said there a few simple rules to follow to add value to your Ms Brereton said there a few simple rules to follow to add value to your home when selling:

Create Street Appeal: You don’t get a second chance to create a first You don’t get a second chance to create a first You don’t get a second chance to create a first You don’t get a second chance to create a first impression. Wash paths and driveways, clean gutters, keep the lawn impression. Wash paths and driveways, clean gutters, keep the lawn impression. Wash paths and driveways, clean gutters, keep the lawn impression. Wash paths and driveways, clean gutters, keep the lawn tidy and stay on top of the weeds.

De-clutter and Clean: Remove clutter by going through all your Remove clutter by going through all your Remove clutter by going through all your Remove clutter by going through all your closets and cupboards. This creates more space and also helps when closets and cupboards. This creates more space and also helps when closets and cupboards. This creates more space and also helps when closets and cupboards. This creates more space and also helps when it is time to move, as there will be less packing to do.

Depersonalise: Buyers need to be able to see themselves in your Buyers need to be able to see themselves in your Buyers need to be able to see themselves in your Buyers need to be able to see themselves in your home, not see all your personal items like photos, religious artifacts, home, not see all your personal items like photos, religious artifacts, home, not see all your personal items like photos, religious artifacts, home, not see all your personal items like photos, religious artifacts, certificates, collections and collectibles.

Create Light: Bright colours don’t appeal to the majority of buyers. Bright colours don’t appeal to the majority of buyers. Bright colours don’t appeal to the majority of buyers. Bright colours don’t appeal to the majority of buyers. Neutral colours work best as it makes your home appear larger and Neutral colours work best as it makes your home appear larger and Neutral colours work best as it makes your home appear larger and Neutral colours work best as it makes your home appear larger and has less chance of offending someone.

Luxury: In the bedrooms create a relaxing and luxurious setting by In the bedrooms create a relaxing and luxurious setting by In the bedrooms create a relaxing and luxurious setting by In the bedrooms create a relaxing and luxurious setting by In the bedrooms create a relaxing and luxurious setting by using soft colours. Use white doona covers and dress them up with a using soft colours. Use white doona covers and dress them up with a using soft colours. Use white doona covers and dress them up with a using soft colours. Use white doona covers and dress them up with a using soft colours. Use white doona covers and dress them up with a cosy throw rug. Dress the bed with large pillows, cushions and large cosy throw rug. Dress the bed with large pillows, cushions and large cosy throw rug. Dress the bed with large pillows, cushions and large cosy throw rug. Dress the bed with large pillows, cushions and large bedside lamps.

Ms Brereton said this attention to detail stays in the mind of a buyer Ms Brereton said this attention to detail stays in the mind of a buyer Ms Brereton said this attention to detail stays in the mind of a buyer for all the right reasons. Real estate agents believe home sellers will for all the right reasons. Real estate agents believe home sellers will for all the right reasons. Real estate agents believe home sellers will earn a higher price if their property is styled, while about half think earn a higher price if their property is styled, while about half think earn a higher price if their property is styled, while about half think you will receive multiple offers.

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When selling your home, you essentially have to sell it to a potential buyer three times. Once from advertising, once when they drive by, and if that brings them in, once they come inside. Most likely, if they don’t like what they see on the outside, Most likely, if they don’t like what they see on the outside, they’ll keep driving. they’ll keep driving.

Your home’s street appeal sets the tone for what potential Your home’s street appeal sets the tone for what potential buyers expect of the home they’re walking into, explains Vicki buyers expect of the home they’re walking into, explains Vicki Brereton, owner and property styling expert at Décor Interior Brereton, owner and property styling expert at Décor Interior Style. “Since most people’s buying decisions are based on Style. “Since most people’s buying decisions are based on an emotional response, a home’s street appeal starts the love an emotional response, a home’s street appeal starts the love affair, or terminates it immediately,” she says.affair, or terminates it immediately,” she says.

Having a well presented front and back garden does not Having a well presented front and back garden does not necessarily mean you have to completely re-landscape your necessarily mean you have to completely re-landscape your home. Like the interior, it is being able to present the spaces home. Like the interior, it is being able to present the spaces clean, tidy and well maintained. A simple strategy to assess clean, tidy and well maintained. A simple strategy to assess how the outside of your home presents is to either drive by or how the outside of your home presents is to either drive by or walk around your home and try to look at it through the eyes walk around your home and try to look at it through the eyes of a home buyer. Anything that would turn you off as a home buyer should be repaired or improved before you put your home on the market. You wouldn’t head out to a formal even without looking in a mirror and you shouldn’t try to sell your home without giving it the once over.

Here are �ve simple things to do to help get the outside of your home looking amazing for sale.

Make an entrance: The front door of any house is the focal point. It’s the main entry and needs to be warm and inviting. Try putting a fresh coat of paint on your door, white, red and black doors always look great. Replace any old door handles and locks to inspire con�dence in security-minded buyers. Make sure your house number can easily be seen the from the street.

Show off your garden: Make sure a potential buyer views a well-cared for, low maintenance property. Clean out all the weeds, do any necessary trimming and add fresh mulch - dark coloured mulch is best as it will enhance the colour of your plants. Add a few pots of colourful �owers near the front door and a new doormat to complete the look.

Wake up your driveway: Your driveway covers a large percentage of your front garden so make sure it’s in good condition as it is one of the �rst things prospective buyers will notice. It’s a good idea to freshen it up by pressure washing and resealing it. While you are cleaning up the driveway, don’t forget the paths as these are also important.

Great Lighting: A great way to improve your garden and home’s street appeal is with lighting. Night lighting can create a modern, chic look for your garden. Swap out-dated exterior lighting for something bold and inviting. Highlight landscape elements, paths and driveway with lights.

Get decked out: If you currently have decks and veranda’s give them a good clean with a high pressure hose. Re-stain any timber work or reapply colour to faded concrete areas. Dress the spaces with nice furniture and add potted �owers and plants to add instant wow and appeal.

You don’t have to completely overhaul the exterior of your home. Just pick and choose what you think will have the most impact and go from there. No matter what state the housing market is in, dealing with street appeal is important since even in good times, you could be leaving money on the table by not doing needed work.

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High growth, low median prices and good borrowing conditions are the drawcards attracting savvy investors to the west, according to real estate agents.

Sweeney Estate Agents Melton director Garry Gale said when it comes to investment, the western suburbs offer lower end prices with some of the highest rental yields in the state.

“Many of the properties purchased around the $250,000 mark see weekly rental incomes between $280 to $300 per week, which in some circumstances has these properties positively geared,” he said.

A combination of the region’s advantageous location - close to the CBD, Port of Melbourne, major centres and both airports - and strong public transport connections which run through or adjacent to the area, make it a hotbed for investment.

Latest figures out of Real Estate Institute of Victoria name St Albans and Footscray among the top growth suburbs across the state.

Multifaceted infrastructure projects like the Footscray renewal program, the $200 million Sunshine Hospital redevelopment and the establishment of the Werribee Employment Precinct also reinforce the west’s reputation as Victoria’s fastest growing area.

Domain.com.au shows the region’s vacancy rates are notably low - the lowest being 2.2 per cent in Melton.

Mr Gale said the property Mr Gale said the property market’s Midas run has been market’s Midas run has been driven by favourable borrowing driven by favourable borrowing conditions.

Recent interest rate cuts by the Recent interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank to about two per cent Reserve Bank to about two per cent means investors can make a low risk means investors can make a low risk investment with low upfront capital,investment with low upfront capital,he said.

“Purchasers are taking advantage of these“Purchasers are taking advantage of thesehistory making lows in finance lending tohistory making lows in finance lending toeither purchase their dream home or secureeither purchase their dream home or securean investment property for a better retirement.an investment property for a better retirement.

“Location is not always the defining factor when purchasing “Location is not always the defining factor when purchasing an investment property, consider the return against itsan investment property, consider the return against itspurchase, as tenants are willing to locate themselvespurchase, as tenants are willing to locate themselvesanywhere for the right place. Everyone’s needs are different.anywhere for the right place. Everyone’s needs are different.For families, there are a number of strong performers in the west that offer For families, there are a number of strong performers in the west that offer great schooling options, public transport and shopping.”great schooling options, public transport and shopping.”

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ME Bank Head of Home Loans, Patrick Nolan explains how a well-planned renovation can see your home’s market value soar.

If the popularity of television shows like The Block is anything to go by, Australians don’t just love our homes – we also love to decorate, renovate and generally improve them.

If you’re bitten by the renovation bug, rest assured, a well-planned renovation can give your lifestyle - and your home’s value, a welcome boost.

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The same can’t be said of outdoor spas or swimming pools, which can be high maintenance and don’t always deliver a �scal return.

It’s also worth thinking about eco-friendly renovations.

Home buyers can’t get enough of ‘green’ features like rainwater tanks, energy ef�cient appliances and drip-feed irrigation systems.

Along with adding value to your home, you’ll also save on utility bills.

Planning a renovation is exciting, but before thumbing through colour charts or carpet samples, it’s critical to think about how you will pay for it all.

Your home loan is a valuable tool here offering a low cost source of funds, and there are a number of options to weigh up.

If you’re ahead with your loan, a redraw facility provides easy access to those extra payments.

If you need a little more cash, a home loan top-up could be the solution.

This simply means bringing your loan back to its original level – or borrowing a bit extra, and it’s a far simpler process than re�nancing to a new loan.

A top-up works best for non-structural improvements like painting, adding new �oor coverings, or kitchen and bathroom makeovers.

The funds are generally paid directly to you, providing the �exibility

to complete the project in your own time.

For structural renovations like adding a new extension or an extra �oor, a construction home loan can be the answer.

Lenders will ask to take a look at your building plans, so you’ll have the bene�t of an extra set of eyes checking the quality of your project.

Funding is then provided as a series of drawdowns as various stages of the project are completed. The beauty of this approach is that you only pay interest on the funds drawn down.

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Habitat on Davis Creek - a breathtaking 65-hectare residential development on the corner of Sayers and Davis Roads, Tarneit - is starting to take shape. Construction commenced in March and the first three stages are well underway.

The development is one of many residential communities that form the Riversdale Precinct Structural Plan, which was approved by the Metropolitan Planning Authority in June last year.

General Manager of Satterley Property Group Victoria, Mr Jack Hoffmann, said Habitat on Davis Creek offers a place for families to thrive, where residential lots have been designed around 14 hectares of dedicated open space.

“With so many lots facing Davis Creek, our objective has been to design a community that capitalizes on the area’s natural surrounds,” he said.

House and land packages start from less than $350,000 and reach upwards of $550,000, which means that buying at Habitat on Davis Creek is attainable, especially for young couples and families and there are plenty of options for families looking to upgrade.”

Habitat on Davis Creek is at the forefront of the Riverdale Precinct Structure Plan, which will include the proposed Riverdale town centre, as well as the Davis Road North and Davis Road South town centres. Tarneit will continue to be supported with new amenities including new schools and the brand new train station on the corner of Derrimut and Leakes roads, which is now open.

“With Tarneit’s population expected to grow by more than 25,000 residents by 2031, there is a strong need for quality residential communities in the area.”

Construction on the 14 home-display village will begin in the second half of 2015 and includes houses by Simonds, Metricon (Home First), Home Buyers Centre, Eight Homes, Long and Island Homes.

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Wyndham Harbour, the $440 million marina development, is a step closer to opening.

The estate, located just 30 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, is already a thriving community, with residents now occupying a range of premium waterfront homes, apartments and terrace homes.

And this summer, the �rst stage of the Marina will be operational, emerging as a world-class boating and lifestyle destination.

On completion of the �rst stage of the Marina, residents and the public will have unique access to Port Phillip Bay from previously private land.

There will be extensive boating facilities including maintenance and servicing facilities and a refuelling dock.

Two new public beaches will also be opened.

Once all stages are complete, the Marina will feature up to 1000 wet berths and dry boat storage for up to 390 boats – making it the largest marina in Victoria and second largest in Australia.

It will also be the new home of the Werribee South Coast Guard.

Wyndham Harbour covers 25 hectares of prime land in Werribee south.

The �rst apartment development was completed last year and Marina Quays is now 98 per cent sold.

The Lighthouse Apartments, the second and �nal apartment development, has been designed by award-winning architects SJB and will feature 137 one, two and three bedroom apartments.

Once all residential development is complete, Wyndham Harbour will feature about 350 houses and 265 apartments.

Recently, international marine industry expert Karen Wyatt was appointed to run the harbour’s Marina.

Ms Wyatt most recently managed Marsden Cove Marina, a state-of-the-art boating and residential development at the mouth of Whangarei harbour in New Zealand.

Ms Wyatt says she aims to evolve Wyndham Harbour into a thriving boating and tourism destination.

“I seized the opportunity to join the Wyndham Harbour team and become part of an offering that will truly enhance recreational opportunities for the boating and broader community in Melbourne’s west,” she said.

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Welsh Developments owner and developer, former Essondon footballer Andrew Welsh, said Thornhill Park will offer all the lifestyle choices and amenities to meet buyer’s needs.

“We believe the site has something for everyone, from �rst home buyers, move up buyers, empty nesters and retirees wanting smaller lower maintenance homes,” he said.

“Investors will also see the bene�ts of living close to existing amenity and the opportunity for capital growth when more and improved facilities come into the area.”

The estate has a great mix of lot sizes and medium density product on offer with a range of housing solutions from smaller town houses through to large double storey family homes on larger blocks.

Blocks range from 200m2 smart lots up to 800m2 larger family lots. They will be available

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“More than 1300 blocks, expansive, high quality open space and extensive integrated wetlands will help to set the project apart from others in the corridor,” Mr Welsh said.

“In addition to this, the child minding centre and primary school will form key selling features of the project, as well as proximity to our very own on-site future railway station, which will be of great bene�t to residents of Thornhill Park.”

Convenient access to the Western Freeway, Western Ring Road and ultimately, the outer Metropolitan Ring Road means residents will be well connected with the CBD, Melbourne Airport

and employment opportunities throughout the greater western region.

“The future population growth in the Melton corridor indicates an increase in all household types, which supports the development of a broad product mix at the Rockbank project.

“My father and I have lived in the west for many years and know how important it is to bring great community developments to Melbourne’s western growth corridor. That commitment is the very foundation of Welsh Developments and something we’re striving to build upon every day,” Mr Welsh said.

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Altona $640,000 2.8%

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The inner-west property market is primed for a bumper spring, according to the area’s real estate agents.

The traditionally soft winter period has seen a �urry of sales, continuing a sustained trend of buyers quickly snapping up properties in the increasingly popular Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay region.

Agents are �elding a number of enquiries from buyers looking to get a foot into the area, but the bulk of activity is among sellers and buyers already living in the area but looking for property that is a better �t.

Despite being a stone’s throw from the city, the area is still considered relatively affordable for �rst-home buyers.

But a number of prestige properties are also commanding strong results and multi-million dollar sales.

One real estate agent said the “white-hot” winter market has resulted from a number of factors including record low interest rates.

Median Melbourne house prices soared 10 per cent to $688,000 in the 12 months to March.

Median unit prices jumped 5.2 per cent in the same period to $519,500.

He said there has been a lot of activity in the western

suburbs apartment market on the back of a number of new developments. “We have folk who want maintenance-free living selling out of their old weatherboards,” he said.

These properties are then snapped up by buyers looking for a family home as well as investors who go on to enjoy strong rental returns.

Hotspots are appearing right across the area, including Footscray, beachside Altona and central Werribee.

Williams Real Estate director Michael Harvey said the �rst-home buyer market is extremely strong, helping push auction clearance rates up to 85 per cent.

“There are a number of local people looking at upgrading, but we do get people coming from the other side of town as well,” Mr Harvey said.

He said suburbs such as Spotswood, Newport and Williamstown are all on the rise, with great access to the city and coast alike.

“It’s a lovely area, with lots of passive recreation, gardens and cafes,” he said.

“The problem we face is actually getting enough stock in these sought-after areas to accommodate the demand.”

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Hoppers Crossing $341,000 7.7%

Point Cook $471,500 2.3%

Tarneit $390,000 6.9%

Truganina $370,000 4.2%

Werribee $326,000 6.7%

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Data from by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) reveals Truganina was one of the top 20 growth suburbs in Victoria for the March quarter of 2015, with an 11.1 per cent jump on the December median house price to $411,000.

Other REIV data shows Point Cook prices rose 5.7 per cent over the past quarter to record a median of $555,000.

David Lawson, director of Greg Hocking Lawson Partners, said the Wyndham property market had enjoyed a strong start to 2015, and forecasted a similarly strong Spring.

Mr Lawson said Wyndham properties had been attracting a lot of interest from Sydney buyers, who saw Wyndham as an affordable investment that could get a �ve per cent rental return.

“Even 20 or 30 kilometres out of Sydney, you’re still paying

$500,000 for a rental property,” he said.

“Here, you can still get a property for $300,000 with good access to the city, especially now with the Regional Rail Link.”

Barry Plant Werribee director Donald McKillop said sales had increased by up to 35 per cent in the past year, with a lot of interest from investors.

Mr McKillop said Hoppers Crossing was proving particularly popular among buyers due to its central location and the $370 million redevelopment of Paci�c Werribee.

“Hoppers Crossing has had a spike of late, but in saying that, all of the suburbs in the city of Wyndham are experiencing quite good growth and high demand.

“We’re seeing an in�ux of people purchasing land and residential properties right now.”

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St Albans $383,000 2.7%

Sunshine $486,500 10.0%

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Sunshine has become one of Victoria’s most in-demand suburbs for �rst home buyers as the housing spotlight returns to Brimbank.

Sunshine came in at number seven, according to the 2015 Westpac First Home Buyers Report. Westpac’s head of Retail Banking Product and Services Andy Kerr said Sunshine had been targeted by the state government as a developing area for infrastructure, housing and transport over the coming decades.

“First home buyers are seeing the growth potential of northern suburbs like Sunshine, which are developing some of the bene�ts and amenities of inner Melbourne living with more space and without the price tag,” he said.

St Albans agent Mr Benny Nguyen said prices in Sunshine had increased by about 20 per cent in the last 12 months.

With of�ces in both Sunshine and St Albans, Mr Nguyen has witnessed the growth �rst hand, with Sunshine house prices jumping more than 10 per cent over the past year, according to CoreLogic RP Data.

He said Brimbank City Council had played its part in lifting the area’s pro�le, with the newly completed Sunshine train station, the improvements to Anderson Road and the new Civic Centre all adding value.

St Albans consistently features in the top 10 most affordable suburbs according to REIV statistics, and with infrastructure development on the way like St Albans train station, Mr Nguyen expects more growth to come.

“Considering our neighbouring suburb Sunshine has risen... St Albans is tipped to be the next growth corridor and we de�nitely have witnessed an increase in price in the last few months,” he said.

“We have also seen some growth in the area of Kings Park in terms of price and would expect this area to continue due to the development of the new St Albans train station making driving access a lot more smoother once completed.”

Barry Plant senior auctioneer Mr Jim Hatzimosis said 2015 had been the best in the company’s lifetime, with strong demand across Taylors Lakes, Taylors Hill, Hillside and “massive results” in St Albans. “It’s been a record breaker for volume and market prices being obtained,” he said.

His advice to people wanting to break into the market was don’t just settle for “A Grade properties”.

“Don’t discount B and C Grade properties,” he said.

“They might not have had much love, lack a bit of presentation and need a cosmetic upgrade, but it’s a good way to get into the market.”

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A few million-dollar house sales spiked Melton’s property market data in recent months but, according to real estate agents, the suburb is still among Melbourne’s most affordable pockets to buy.

Parts of Caroline Springs and Burnside Heights recorded sales of up to $1.6 million in June leaving its median house price of $243,750 in the dust.

But there are still plenty of bargain buys, according to Sweeney Estate Agents Melton director Garry Gale. “Melton offers value for money in any of its suburbs,” he said.

“They all have their positives. The best area to buy in [depend on an] individual assessment of a buyer’s requirements, such as land size, age of the home, location to schools and amenities.

“The most common elements that buyers ask for are four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a double brick garage - these are predominantly found in newer homes in Brook�eld, West Melton and Kurunjang.”

The area’s long-held reputation for affordable house was primarily because of its location, Mr Gale said.

“In the past Melton was seen to be too far out, with paddocks and farms taking up most of the real estate... during the early days the lack of amenities and public transport didn’t help

Melton become a favourable place to reside. To get people out there the land was cheap and there was plenty of it.”

One agent said the suburb’s affordability factor came down to “simple economics”.

“There is an oversupply of land and that keeps the prices from in�ating too quickly,” he said.

“Melton does not have the geographical boundaries that other area’s have which means it is able to expand in nearly all directions.”

He also believed buyers look for properties in the outer west to get the biggest bang for their buck. “Bigger properties on larger than average land sizes have been the best performers with supply of larger lots running out,” he said.

Another drawcard for families relocating to the west is the vast improvements to amenities and infrastructure with the likes of Palmerston Street, Brooklyn Road and Greigs Road all undergoing refurbishments to ease traf�c in the area.

“Melton is a great area to live in, offers one of the best rental yields in Melbourne and over the long term has good capital growth. With planned infrastructure like the outer metro ring road and projected doubling of the population, the City of Melton has a bright future,” he said.

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Hayley Howassistant Property ManagerHayley has been a member of the Sweeney team since late 2010,her bubbly personality and charisma attracts clients and makesthem feel welcome when they call or drop by the office. Sheoversees the running of the front of office and is a vital part ofassisting our sales agents with all their administration needs as wellas being an assistant property manager; she feels a great senseof satisfaction in problem solving and various other tasks which isa vital trait to have in the real estate industry.

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Buyers looking to break into the Sunbury and Macedon Ranges property market can expect plenty of competition this spring with low interest rates, relatively cheap prices and a spectacular natural environment fuelling interest.

Agents say Melbourne’s soaring prices are having a �ow-on effect, with many people pleasantly surprised to discover how far their property dollar can go just past the airport.

Lifestyle has also been a major factor in drawing people from suburbs like Ascot Vale, Essendon and even growth areas like Craigieburn.

Dunlop Real Estate director John Dunlop says the Sunbury market has been extremely active and he expects the trend to continue.

‘‘Not only are interest rates very low, but also there’s plenty of value here,’’ Mr Dunlop says. ‘‘Plenty of people are wanting to move to the area because it offers a better lifestyle.’’

Many locals are also seizing the opportunity to upgrade, buying newer or larger properties on more land.

‘‘We’ve been extremely busy in Sunbury, particularly at the cheaper end of the market, and also in Romsey with new estates like Lomandra coming on. ‘‘We’re selling three or four blocks a week ... they’re sort of doubling the land and halving the price.’’

Joan Gladman, director of Woodend’s Joan Gladman Real Estate, says the agency has enjoyed the best winter of her

40-year career. ‘‘It’s largely the attractiveness of the Macedon Ranges,’’ she says.

‘‘Also, with Macedon Ranges council capping growth in each of the townships, it increases the drive for people to get in.’’

Ms Gladman says roughly 60 per cent of recent purchases involved people from the city. ‘‘The prospects of it continuing into spring is positive. It will go on for however long the boom in Melbourne continues.’’

Ms Gladman says Woodend offers tremendous value, with land in Edgewood estate going cheap.

‘‘Being able to walk to the train station and to the shops for $220,000 is attractive, especially in a town like Woodend.

‘‘You can buy blocks for that price in Gisborne, but you’re much further out.’’

RT Edgar Macedon Ranges director Rick Lander says activity in Gisborne has largely come from Melbourne’s inner north-west.

‘‘We’re getting a lot of people from places like Ascot Vale and Essendon,’’ he says. ‘‘It’s due to lifestyle, that’s for sure, and it’s right across the board.

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Demand for houses in Melbourne’s outer north is expected to remain strong in 2015 among buyers looking for space and affordability.

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s chief executive Enzo Raimondo said the outer suburbs continue to offer good buying opportunities, especially for �rst time buyers and families, with annual price growth of between two and �ve per cent.

“Melbourne’s northern suburbs remain some of the city’s most affordable and appeal to buyers looking for space. Middle-ring suburbs in particular are seeing good growth as buyers are priced out of inner-suburbs,” Mr Raimondo said.

“Larger homes across Melbourne are seeing the highest capital growth with this trend also being re�ected in the city’s middle and outer northern suburbs.”

According to REIV �gures, in the 12 months until the end of March, across Melbourne three-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom houses showed the highest growth, with median prices up by 9.9 and 9.4 per cent respectively.

Suburbs in Melbourne’s north are re�ecting this trend with four-bedroom houses in South Morang increasing 6.1 per cent over the year to a March 2015 median price of $473,500.

Larger homes in Epping also saw capital growth of around �ve per cent with three-bedroom units increasing 4.9 per cent over the year to a March median price of $340,950, while four-bedroom houses in the suburb rose 4.7 per cent to a median of $450,000.

Harcouts Mill Park/South Morang director and auctioneer Josh Allison predicts a solid market for the remainder of the year.

“We are looking at an extremely hot market as the sheer demand is outweighing supply,” Mr Allison said. “Coupled with the higher than normal interest levels from buyers – due to low interest rates, buyers grants and stamp duty reductions – we are going to see an amazing market not just over the next six months but for the next 24 months.”

Barry Plant Gladstone Park director Nick Pugliese said low interest rates and a limited supply of housing stock in the area would make for a competitive market in the second half of the year.

Ziya Koksal, a senior partner at Melbourne Real Estate Agent’s Roxburgh Park of�ce, named Broadmeadows, Dallas, Gladstone Park and Westmeadows as the north’s next “hot spots”.

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