Canberra Property Desk

Articles by Canberra Property Desk

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  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.

  2 July 2026, 2:10 pm

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  Canberra Rental Yields Surge as Investors Flock to Gungahlin

  With yields climbing and vacancy rates plummeting, property investors are discovering that Canberra's tight rental market offers better returns than larger capitals.

  2 July 2026, 12:10 pm

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  Best Suburbs to Live in Canberra 2026: By Lifestyle, Family Size and Budget

  Where to live in Canberra in 2026: the best suburbs for families, renters, first home buyers and young professionals, from Inner North cafe culture to Gungahlin affordability.

  2 July 2026, 11:40 am

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  Cost of Living in Canberra 2026: Rent, Housing, Groceries and Utilities Compared

  What it costs to live in Canberra in 2026: median house prices, weekly rents, groceries, transport, utilities and childcare, plus how Canberra compares to Sydney and Melbourne.

  2 July 2026, 11:40 am

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  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.

  2 July 2026, 8:10 am

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  ACT Land Rent Scheme: Eligibility, Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

  Who qualifies for the ACT Land Rent Scheme, what the 2026 income and asset limits are, how the 2% discounted rate is calculated, and how to apply, explained plainly for Canberra residents.

  2 July 2026, 6:40 am