The FY26 property market marks a new phase for Australia, shaped by expanded government housing schemes, rising price caps, and shifting momentum across major cities. With affordability challenges, expected rate cuts, and tight supply, opportunities are emerging for first-home buyers, investors, and small developers who position themselves early. This article breaks down what’s changing in FY26—and how OwnerDeveloper helps you build smarter in a fast-evolving market.

Australia’s property market has re-accelerated, with prices, rents and demand rising despite affordability pressure — but not evenly across cities or suburbs. This article breaks down the 2026 outlook, why supply shortages keep driving growth, and how medium-density projects like duplexes and townhouses are positioned to benefit. For homeowners, investors and small developers, OwnerDeveloper explains how to pick the right locations, products and strategies for the 2025–2030 s