Eofy 2025 Brisbane Property Market Wrap & What To Expect Next

Kimberley Pacyna

June 23, 2025

As the financial year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to take stock of how the Brisbane property market has performed—and where it's likely heading next. At HQ Property, we’ve been on the ground across Kedron, Stafford, and surrounds, helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate another dynamic six months.

From shifting buyer behaviours to steady rental demand and renewed confidence thanks to stabilising interest rates, there’s been plenty happening—both locally and across the broader Brisbane and Queensland market.

Here’s our wrap-up of what we’ve seen, what the data is saying, and what to expect for the second half of 2025.

🔍 1. Buyer & Investor Behaviour – Shifting Gears

Over the past six months, we've observed two dominant local trends:

First-home buyers in Kedron, Stafford, and neighboring suburbs remain strong. Despite rising prices they continue to offer, encouraged by increasingly stable mortgage conditions.
Downsizers are on the move, aiming to unlock equity and simplify lifestyle. These sellers are taking advantage of high sale prices while seeking quality smaller homes or units.
Investors are re-entering the market, though cautiously. Most are waiting to identify bargains rather than competing in the initial rush.

These local patterns broadly echo trends across Brisbane and southeast Queensland, where data shows owner-occupiers and downsizers making up the lion’s share of activity, with investors returning slowly as yields stabilise. Nationwide, CoreLogic and PropTrack report similar demand for lifestyle-oriented properties and value-seeking investors, even amid caution over interest rate outlooks.

🏠 2. Listings & Stock – Scarcity on the Rise

Our local landscape is marked by tight stock levels, a pattern confirmed by fellow agents across Brisbane. With fewer options available, buyer competition has grown more selective—with people taking their time rather than reacting out of FOMO.

In Brisbane overall, inventory is at multi-year lows, particularly in mid-range homes.
Queensland listings are similarly compressed, contributing to sustained price strength.

This supply lag, combined with steady demand, continues to support property values—an environment remarkably favourable for sellers, provided they’re not overly attached to perfect list-for-sale timing.

🏡 3. Sales & Clearance – A Steady Course

Although clearance rate data isn’t as clear locally (we don’t run auctions), private sale leads and campaign-to-contract conversions indicate consistent performance:

No market surges or sudden drops—just steady momentum.
Campaign list-to-sale timelines in excess of 30 days, but with competitive offers from buyer types noted above.

Nationally, Brisbane has experienced stable off-market conditions, resisting volatility seen in Sydney and Melbourne while maintaining resilient suburban catchment performance.

💰 4. Rental Market – Cooling But Healthy

Mid-tier to high-end rental properties ($600+/week) have cooled off; open inspections are seeing smaller crowds, while mid-market homes under $500/week remain busy. Here’s the broader picture:

Brisbane’s organics show rental growth slowing—from peaks of 8–10% to a more moderate 3–5% year-on-year increase—especially in the premium tier.
Across Southeast Queensland, strong tenant demand still exists, bolstered by continued population growth and interstate migration.

While many investors are currently holding their assets—benefiting from stable yields and steady capital growth—there’s also a compelling case for those considering selling. With low stock levels, buyer demand remains healthy, particularly for well-positioned investment properties.

If you’ve been thinking about offloading an asset, this is a strong window to act. Campaigns are competitive, and well-priced investment homes in suburbs like Kedron and Stafford are attracting keen buyers—both owner-occupiers and savvy investors looking to expand.

📈 5. Interest Rates & Confidence – A Buyer Boost

Recent RBA rate settings around 4.1–4.35% have fostered renewed buyer confidence:

A perception of a "peak" in rates has helped reduce buyer hesitation.
Melbourne and Sydney are already showing momentum; Brisbane is in a stable, confidence-held phase.
Consumers are recalibrating budgets and re-entering the market after rate uncertainty earlier this year.

Local sentiment affirms: buyers feel more comfortable taking the next step—whether financing for first homes or knee-deep in downsizer or investment decisions.

🏗️ 6. Infrastructure & Olympics – Anticipation Builds

We expect infrastructure and 2032 Olympics tailwinds to continue easing demand even in suburbs without direct upgrades—for these reasons:

Nationwide optimism feeds through metro markets even if delivery timelines are distant.
“Olympics shine” is already apparent in Queensland as infrastructure projects filter investor consciousness.
Locally, Gympie Road’s regeneration (nearing completion) hasn’t alleviated traffic—but dialled in perceptions of precinct enhancement and liveability.

While immediate effects are limited, these cues help reinforce buyer and investor confidence across Brisbane.

🔮 7. Year Ahead: Trends to Watch

Buyers:

First-home and downsizer segments will remain strong.
Access to government incentives and mortgage stability means continued buyer action.

Sellers:

Lack of stock is firmly in sellers' favour—but correct pricing, compelling presentation, and right agent strategy remain essential.
Trying to perfectly time the market is futile; if you need to sell, now is as solid a time as any.

Investors:

Yields are holding up—renting remains solid mid-range, capital growth steady.
If you want to buy more, stay patient; recent campaigns are yielding a few strong deals just before sale.

🧭 Final Thoughts from HQ Property

The end of FY 2025 has demonstrated a resilient and balanced Brisbane property market—a mix of steady demand, limited supply, and measured buyer confidence.
If you’re a buyer or seller, local trends suggest pricing remains favourable—even more so in more accessible suburbs without dramatic infrastructure changes.
For investors, this is a market ripe for hold or sell, with opportunities for bargain-hunting during late campaigns.
Ultimately: if you need to act—buy or sell—don’t wait for market perfection. Talk to HQ Property to discuss tailored strategies for your situation and target suburb.

For more market insights and suburb-specific trends, visit our latest articles at hqproperty.com.au/articles.