Light Rail Stage 2 Drives Canberra Property Values Higher Along Commonwealth Avenue
Suburbs along the planned Commonwealth Avenue corridor are recording price premiums as the ACT government's light rail extension edges closer to construction.
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Light Rail Brings New Station to Kenny by 2028, Sparking Development
The Stage 2B Gungahlin tram line will land a new station in Kenny by 2028, fuelling a surge in land releases and development interest.
ACT Planning Reforms Cut Property Values Up to $35,000 Near Data Centres
New ACT government buffer rules around proposed data facilities in Gungahlin and Belconnen could trim values by up to $35,000 in affected pockets.
Moncrieff's New Infrastructure Drives Buyer Interest Near $835,000 Median
Upgraded roads and a new recreation hub are lifting demand in this Gungahlin corridor pocket where median prices sit near the ACT figure of $835,000.
Northern Canberra's New Residential Projects Attract Public Sector Workers
Approved residential projects in northern corridors are drawing attention from public sector workers and local families seeking proximity to established amenities.
Canberra's $835k median house price forces renters into impossible choice
As median house prices climb to $835k, Canberra renters face a stark choice: save for years or accept soaring weekly costs that rival mortgage payments.
Fresh Development Surge Reshapes Canberra Suburbs: What It Means for Residents
Major new projects in Belconnen and Gungahlin could alter housing options, traffic, and local economies.
Canberra's Yarralumla Offers Surprising Entry Points Despite Blue-Chip Status
Despite its high-end reputation, Yarralumla is showing surprising entry points for buyers amid the city’s competitive market.
NCA Approves Major Northbourne Avenue Development Near Canberra CBD
A pivotal residential and retail project will reshape the city’s edge after the NCA greenlights a landmark proposal on Northbourne Avenue.
Canberra Auction Data Shows First-Time Buyers How to Navigate Market
Recent clearance rates and sale prices highlight opportunities and caution for those entering the Canberra property market.
Canberra Public Servants Rent Inner Suburbs, Buy Investment Properties Farther Out
Canberra public servants are renting close to work in inner suburbs while buying investment properties further out to offset high entry prices.
Kingston Foreshore Properties Surge as Canberra Waterfront Values Rise
Lakefront properties in Kingston attract steady buyer interest as values rise through the first half of 2026.
Canberra Opens New Land in Taylor and Whitlam for 2026 Buyers
With new parcels open in Taylor and Whitlam, here's what buyers need to know as the capital's land market heats up.
Canberra Buyer's Agents Reveal Winning Auction Day Tactics
Agents working Canberra's auction circuit describe on-the-day moves that help clients land homes amid 65 per cent clearance rates and median prices of $835,000.
Bruce Suburb Delivers 5% Rental Yields, First-Time Buyers Need Strategy
The inner-north suburb is posting gross rental yields above 5%, but navigating a tight market with almost no vacancies demands a clear strategy.
Kaleen Poised for Transformation as Rezoning Plans Put Suburb in Investment Spotlight
Long overshadowed by its Gungahlin and Belconnen neighbours, Kaleen could soon be a growth story as the ACT government eyes new zoning rules.
First-home buyers discover value in Canberra as $835k median stabilizes
While national capitals face price pressure, Canberra's resilient $835k median and shifting buyer preferences are reshaping which suburbs offer genuine opportunity.
Franklin Delivers Canberra's Highest Rental Yields for Smart Investors
Franklin leads Canberra suburbs in rental yields as investors target units near Gungahlin Town Centre.