Market Update 2026 2 Market update Sean St.Clair Director & Sales Agent 8964 8880 | 0410 506 661 sean@holmesstclair.com Robert Holmes Director & Sales Agent 8964 8880 | 0400 323 828 robert@holmesstclair.com As we move through the middle of the year, many vendors naturally look ahead to the spring selling season. While this can be an appealing time to launch, it also brings increased competition, whereas the winter months often present a more strategic opportunity, with motivated buyers active and less stock available. First home buyers continue to play an important role in the market, with Sydney's rental market encouraging many towards ownership, while we are still seeing strong engagement from investors exploring their options. With policy changes, housing supply and affordability remaining key discussion points following the Federal Budget, well-positioned properties across the Lower North Shore continue to attract strong interest, particularly where presentation, pricing and strategy are well aligned. Buyer demand across the Lower North Shore remains consistent, with strategic timing and presentation continuing to play an important role in results. If you are considering a move, our team would be pleased to assist you. The year began with strong momentum, with an early wave of listings setting a confident tone for the months that followed. This translated into some outstanding results for our team, including a building record sale for a four-bedroom penthouse apartment in Waverton, alongside an incredible $7 million+ auction result achieved by Team Bell in Milsons Point. Despite ongoing negative media coverage, buyer engagement across our local marketplace has remained steady. We have continued to see genuine depth in the buyer pool, with strong competition translating into premium outcomes across a range of property types. Looking at statistics across the Lower North Shore, days on market have increased slightly compared to previous years. However, the broader market continues to follow familiar seasonal patterns. The Federal Budget has also generated considerable discussion around housing policy, particularly proposed changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax concessions and housing supply initiatives, prompting renewed conversations among buyers, investors and vendors alike. Contact Us As always, our team is available and very happy to provide advice with any selling, purchasing and rental requirements you may have. Feel welcome to reach out if we can be of assistance. Our offices are conveniently located at 38 Willoughby Rd, Crows Nest and Shop 1B, 48-50 Alfred St, Milsons Point. We look forward to hearing from you.
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