Australian property values climb, reinforcing long-term wealth growth
According to Cotality’s latest data, national dwelling values rose 1.3% over the three months to May 2025 – matching the 1.3% rise seen over the previous quarter ending April.
That steady pace might feel subtle, but it’s underpinned by serious long-term strength: values are up 3.3% over the year and a massive 42.8% over five years, adding around $250,000 to the national median dwelling value.
In Sydney, dwelling values were up 0.5% in May and 1.1% over the three months ending April. Year-on-year, Sydney values have also climbed 1.1% – now sitting just 0.3% below the all-time high recorded in September 2024.
The big takeaway? Whether you're refinancing, upsizing or investing, these numbers show that homeownership, property investment and Australian property continue to help build real wealth over time.
About the author – Alex Veljancevski is a Sydney Mortgage Broker with Eventus Financial, which assists first home buyers, investors, upgraders and borrowers seeking to refinance to a better deal on their home loan.