Weekly Slice 266: Buying $600k House in Victoria - with InvestorKit Junge Ma & Todd Sloan

Dec 30, 2025

In this episode, Junge Ma, a Senior Research Analyst at InvestorKit, joins Todd Sloan to dive deep into Victoria's housing market. They analyze Reservoir, showcasing its population growth and changing demand. With prices hovering around $600k, they debate if it’s still a viable option for investors or if it’s been overcooked. Tune in for insights on negotiating strategies and the neighborhood’s potential for long-term growth, along with a market snapshot that reveals the nuances of investing in this gentrifying suburb.

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Victoria's Strong Growth Momentum

Victoria remains one of Australia's fastest-growing states with 1.9% population growth.
That growth shows ongoing buyer interest and increasing housing finance activity in the state.

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Buyers' Interest Is Shifting To Victoria

Housing finance rankings show buyers shifting interest toward Victoria, now fourth in the nation.
This drift implies growing mortgage activity and future upward pressure on Victorian markets.

INSIGHT

Darebin's Real Population Growth

Darebin LGA posts 3.1% annual population growth, well above the national average.
The growth is organic rather than high-rise driven, indicating genuine demand for the area.

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