Aussie Homeowners Cash In, Prices Soar

0:00From the streets of Adelaide to the world, this is Adelaide News Today. Australian homeowners are cashing in on record profits from house sales, making it tougher for first-time buyers to get into the market. In the second half of 2025, 97.5% of house resales and 88.3% of unit resales turned. A profit nationwide, median gains hit $530,000 for houses and capital cities, up 14.7% from last year, while regional. Areas saw $330,000, up 15.8%. This boom is widening the wealth gap, leaving many young buyers relying on family help, like the bank of mum and dad, as surging prices lock them out. Sydney leads with a median house profit of $750,000, followed by Brisbane at $580,000. Adelaide at $539,500, and Perth at $508,000. Melbourne lagged with $390,000 and slower growth.

1:03Meanwhile, units brought slimmer mediums of $228,000 nationally, though Brisbane topped that at $200, $35,000. Experts point to low supply, tight rentals, and population growth in cities like Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide as the drivers. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. A pillow that plays your podcast, music, or white noise privately, no earbuds required. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com. Made in AI.