This report provides an in-depth analysis of investor activity within Australia’s residential rental markets, specifically examining properties sold within the last six months and subsequently advertised as new rentals in February 2025. Nationally, clear patterns have emerged, indicating substantial investor confidence, especially within suburban and regional markets offering strong affordability and attractive rental yields.
The detailed suburb-level analyses, provided in subsequent state-by-state sections, pinpoint individual suburb areas (SA2s) that warrant closer examination. These pages identify suburbs that combine compelling rental yields, affordability, socio-economic stability, and strategic positioning, equipping investors with focused insights to leverage diverse market opportunities nationwide. Overall, investors continue to strategically target markets balancing affordability with attractive rental returns, underpinning a resilient national rental investment landscape.