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Tuesday, 6 May 2025

Can "build-to-rent" fix the housing shortage?

ausbiz TV

SQM Research reported that property listings declined in all capital cities in April 2025, led by -7 per cent declines in Sydney and Canberra.

There was probably a fair bit of disruption this month due to Easter, ANZAC weekend, and the Federal election. 


Listings will likely remain low until the spring selling season rolls around.

Asking prices rose +0.7 per cent over the month of April, driven by a large increase in Sydney. 

In related news, I was on ausbiz TV this afternoon, discussing the latest housing supply challenges.

Tune in here (or click on the image below):