Why Now Could be the Right Time to Invest in Melbourne Property

If you’ve been paying down your home loan and your property has grown in value over the past few years, now could be the perfect time to take the next step and invest in a second property. 

Melbourne’s property market is showing signs of real strength again, and industry experts agree that we’re at the start of a fresh growth phase. 

Melbourne Is Moving Again 

After a quiet couple of years, Melbourne’s home values are finally on the rise. In fact, prices increased by 0.7% in the first few months of 2025 and are continuing to rise. Experts are predicting this trend to continue over the next few years. 

Leading property analysts are forecasting Melbourne prices to rise by 3–6% this financial year, which could mean up to $55,000 growth on a typical home. If you already own property, this type of growth also increases your equity, providing you with more borrowing power to invest. 

The Experts Are Backing Melbourne 

Respected demographer Bernard Salt recently shared why Melbourne remains such a strong market: 

“Australia’s real estate prospects are underpinned by population growth… moderate immigration will build the case for real estate demand.” 

Melbourne is expected to be Australia’s largest city by 2030. With so many people choosing to live here and supply still tight, that demand is likely to keep driving property prices upward. 

Using Equity to Build Wealth 

If you’ve owned your home for a while and made steady repayments, it’s worth having it revalued. Many people are surprised at how much equity they’ve built – and how much they could potentially borrow to fund an investment property. 

At LongView, we can help: 

• Arrange a property valuation to find out how much equity you have 

• Introduce you to trusted mortgage brokers to explore your borrowing options 

• Help you find the right investment property, based on long-term data and growth potential 

Final Thoughts 

Melbourne’s market is moving. Rates have stabilised, prices are rising, and long-term demand remains strong. 

If you’re in a position to invest, now is a smart time to explore your options and take action while opportunities are still affordable. 

Sources: 

• PropTrack, March & June 2025 Market Reports – realestate.com.au 

• Bernard Salt, quoted in Australian Fintech & AltX Insights 

• Reuters Property Price Poll, June 2025 

• Herald Sun Property – Suburb growth reports, 2025 

• PropertyBuzz, May 2025 – Melbourne investment outlook