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The episode discusses the strong momentum in the Brisbane property market at the start of 2026, highlighting price growth and rental market trends.

The Brisbane property market has started 2026 with serious momentum. Buyer demand surged early in January, listings were snapped up quickly, and competition remains strong across both houses and units. In this episode, we break down: Brisbane dwelling price growth (monthly, quarterly & annual) Median house price in Brisbane (now over $1.14M) Median unit price in Brisbane (over $824K) Why Brisbane units are outperforming houses Rental market update – yields, rent growth & vacancy trends Supply shortages & low listing volumes Interest rate impacts & APRA lending changes KPMG’s 2026 property forecast for Brisbane What buyers and investors should expect in 2026 Brisbane dwelling values increased 1.6% in January alone, with annual growth sitting at 15.7%. Units continue to outperform houses, rising 18.3% annually highlighting strong demand in the more affordable segments of the market. With tight supply, strong interstate migration, infrastructure investment ahead of the 2032 Olympics, and ongoing rental pressure, Brisbane remains one of Australia’s strongest performing capital city markets. Connect with Us: Listen on Apple Podcasts…

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