Cotality Monthly Housing Chart Pack – January 2026 is out now

Australia’s property market is starting the year on a strong note. Here’s what stood out this month:

• The total value of residential real estate climbed to $12.4 trillion.

• Home values are up 9.4% over the past year, adding nearly $79,000 to the median property price.

• Sales activity picked up, with over 556,000 homes sold nationally in the past 12 months — and properties are selling faste

  r than they were a year ago.

• Rents continue to rise across the country, increasing 5.4% over the year.

With tight listings, strong buyer demand and steady rental growth, the market remains competitive as we move further into 2026.