🇦🇺 Australia

Australia's real estate market is one of the most established in the Asia-Pacific region, with Sydney and Melbourne consistently ranking among the world's most expensive cities. The market features everything from beachside apartments along the Gold Coast to sprawling rural homesteads in Queensland. Australian property has historically appreciated at 6-8% annually, driven by strong immigration, limited urban land supply, and a cultural preference for homeownership.

For international buyers, Australia offers a transparent legal system with strong property rights, though foreign purchasers typically need approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and are generally restricted to new developments. Capital cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane dominate the market, while regional areas like Tasmania and the Sunshine Coast have seen rapid growth since the pandemic. Stamp duty varies by state but is a significant transaction cost, ranging from 3-6% of the purchase price.