With Melbourne’s auction clearance rates continuing to hold steady and talk of interest rate cuts now well and truly on the cards from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), many are asking the question: Are we on the edge of the next phase of the property cycle?

Scheduled Auctions
1079
Reported Auctions
594
Total Sold
490
Total Passed In
104
Clearance Rate
82%

Scheduled Auctions
962
Reported Auctions
737
Total Sold
515
Total Passed In
158
Clearance Rate
70%

For months, buyers have been cautious. Rate hikes, cost-of-living pressures, and uncertainty around economic policy have caused many to pause. But the market hasn’t stalled. In fact, clearance rates in the 70s and even low 80s in some reports show a resilient underlying demand. That’s not the behaviour of a flat market. That’s the sign of a market waiting for a green light.

And that green light might be coming sooner than expected.

If the RBA moves to cut interest rates or even signals that cuts are imminent we could see a shift in momentum. As borrowing becomes more affordable and confidence returns, the buyers who have been waiting in the wings may flood back in.

So the real question is: do you want to wait until the dance floor is full or do you want to make your move while there’s still room to breathe?

Right now, we’re in that sweet spot:
✔️ Buyers are still cautious
✔️ Stock levels are manageable
✔️ Interest rates may soon come down
✔️ Prices haven’t yet surged in response

It’s a moment of opportunity but as history shows, these windows don’t stay open forever.

At Rodney Samuels Consulting, we specialise in helping buyers read the market, act strategically, and secure the right property at the right time and price. Whether you’re purchasing a home or investment, now is the time to prepare and act decisively.

Don’t wait for everyone else to start dancing. Let’s talk about how you can move first.