Show Notes
Published: 6 July 2026
In this episode of the Melbourne Property Podcast, hosts Sky Hammer and Lindsay Hammer unpack the latest developments shaping Melbourne's property market and the broader Australian housing landscape.
They explore the national housing slowdown, with Melbourne and Sydney continuing to lead the downturn while other capital cities remain more resilient. The discussion covers falling sales volumes, softening lower-priced markets, and why a weaker market doesn't necessarily mean better buying conditions.
Sky and Lindsay also dive into key economic updates, including the RBA's decision to hold the cash rate at 4.35%, ongoing population growth, tight rental vacancy rates, and the growing disconnect between housing demand and new supply.
Drawing on conversations with real estate agents across Melbourne, they share on-the-ground insights into changing buyer behaviour, investor sentiment, auction conditions and where opportunities are emerging for well-prepared buyers.
For investors, the episode examines why rental yields are becoming increasingly important, the challenges of finding positive cash flow properties, and how changing government policy could influence investor activity and market dynamics moving forward.
If you're buying, investing, or simply trying to understand where Melbourne's property market is heading, this episode delivers practical insights and data-driven perspectives from professionals working in the market every day.
Episode highlights include: • Melbourne and Sydney leading the national housing downturn • Lower-priced markets beginning to lose momentum • The RBA holding the cash rate at 4.35% and what it means for property • Tight rental vacancy rates and continued pressure on rents • Population growth and Australia's ongoing housing supply challenges • Government policy changes and potential impacts on investors • What Melbourne agents are seeing on the ground right now • Auction clearance rates and post-auction buying opportunities • Where new housing supply is being approved across Australia • Why investors are increasingly focused on rental yields and cash flow
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