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Australian home values drop 10% as investors retreat

9/10/2026

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  • Australian high-end homes have fallen more than 10% from peak values.
  • National dwelling values declined 3.1% over the past three months, while 12-month growth stays positive.
  • First-time buyers and owner-occupiers are entering the market as investors retreat, economist Peter Esho says.
  • Esho warned rising unemployment could turn the correction into a systemic issue, though job levels stay robust.