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Aries Properties is a Melbourne-based property investment company that assists property investors who want to achieve long term wealth through through the Strategic purchase of real estate. Property investing in Melbourne is highly regarded because of the excellent population growth rates, stable rental demand and the resiliency of the economy of Melbourne.
For investors, Melbourne property investment provides a diversified marketplace that consists of family houses, inner city apartments, commercial property, as well as emerging high growth corridors. As our locally experienced partner, Aries Properties enables you to identify trends in suburb developments, rental yield patterns as well as potential development influencing factors that ultimately impact on investment performance.
Our team provides thorough research, transparent guidance and tailored strategies so that every investor makes informed investment decisions. Aries Properties focuses on long term outcomes for both new and experienced buyers in the Melbourne property market.
Melbourne is continually acknowledged as one of the top-most liveable cities in the world, and as a result, is an appealing place for purchasers of homes, tenants, students and investors. Victoria’s strong economy, expanding infrastructure and unique cultural attractions all play a role in the increasing need for homes in addition to ensuring the long-term durability of property values.
Melbourne is continually acknowledged as one of the top-most liveable cities in the world, and as a result, is an appealing place for purchasers of homes, tenants, students and investors. Victoria’s strong economy, expanding infrastructure and unique cultural attractions all play a role in the increasing need for homes in addition to ensuring the long-term durability of property values.
The demand for rental properties throughout Melbourne continues to remain high because of its large student population, young professionals and an ever-growing number of migrants. Many of the inner-CBD and mid-CBD areas throughout the city are experiencing very low vacancy rates. This means that investors will have minimal difficulty in securing long-term tenants with stable rental returns.
Historically throughout the decades since the beginning of the last century, Melbourne’s property prices have consistently increased in value, despite the fact that they occasionally experience short-term fluctuations. Investors not only receive rental income from their investment property but also continue to enjoy a consistent revaluation of their investment property, therefore contributing to their long-term wealth accumulation.
Selecting the ideal suburb is key to achieving both solid rental yield and substantial capital growth over an extended period of time. Aries Properties constantly evaluates current market information, proposed future developments, lifestyle trends, etc. to identify the most suitable suburbs to purchase property in Melbourne.
1. Inner-City Hotspots for Investment Property in Melbourne
Suburbs such as Carlton, Fitzroy, Southbank and Richmond all cater to a large number of young professionals and students. Therefore, there is a high demand for rental accommodation in these areas, which have great transport connections (public transport) to the city centre. Most investors purchase residential units in apartment or townhouse style in order to receive steady yields for their investment properties.
2. Middle-Ring Suburbs with Strong Growth Potential
Glen Iris, Bentleigh, Preston, Coburg and Box Hill are very desirable suburbs for families and those with a long-term rental situation as these suburbs provide easy access to public transportation, quality schools, parks, large retail centres / precincts and various other amenities. These suburbs offer a wide variety of housing types, many of which will achieve greater capital growth over the years compared to other types of housing.
3. Emerging Growth Corridors for Affordable Investment
Tarneit, Wyndham Vale, Cranbourne and Mernda are excellent suburbs for new property investors wanting to enter the market at an affordable price point. In addition to the growing population of these suburbs, the consistent population growth, new infrastructure development and new or developing community amenities and services will create strong potential for long-term capital growth for property investors in the future.
One of the key indicators of an investment property’s performance in Melbourne is the rental yield. Melbourne’s rental market has strong returns due to a high demand for rental properties from tenants coupled with a limited supply of properties in certain suburbs.
1. Understanding Gross vs Net Rental Yields
Gross Yield is calculated on the amount of total rental income received on the property divided by the value of the property, while net yield is calculated after accounting for all costs associated with maintaining the property (for example: maintenance, vacancy, insurance, property management fees, etc.). Both gross yield and net yield are required to calculate the investors’ potential for profitability.
2. Suburbs with Strong Rental Yields
Inner-city suburbs, such as Docklands and Carlton, have higher yield possibilities due to increased density of apartments and demand from students living near their schools. On the other hand, outer suburb areas typically have less expensive prices to purchase homes which gives more opportunity to increase yield for investors who want to invest on a budget.
Knowing the types of properties will help investors make selections that fit within their financial goals and risk tolerance.
Residential properties are houses, units, townhouses and apartments which continue to be the most popular type of property to invest in. These are often purchased by investors looking for a steady rental income and low maintenance. Inner-city apartments tend to have higher demand from renters, while homes in the suburbs typically see better capital growth.
Commercial real estate includes leasing of retail space, warehouse and office units. Typically offered at a higher rental yield than residential properties, commercial property typically requires a larger upfront investment, and offers longer lease terms than residential properties, thus creating a more predictable return for experienced investors.
Investors seeking to invest in new developments will often choose these properties for their modern conveniences and low maintenance requirements. Off-the-plan investment properties are also often marketed with potential savings from stamp duty, however, they must be thoroughly researched prior to purchasing.
Aries Properties takes a step-by-step, transparent approach to educating the investor before their first investment. Our independent team of property advisors combines hard-data calculations, local area knowledge and a unique strategy to provide an easier path to property investment.
Step 1 – Define Your Investment Goals
If you want to maximise your rental income, achieve long term capital growth or implement a balanced approach, your investing objectives will dictate the type of properties you target.
Step 2 – Set a Budget and Explore Finance Options
We assist investors in determining their ability to borrow based on various lenders and recommending a suitable mortgage product. Understanding pre-approval for a loan, the variable interest rate, and repayment periods will assist the investor in understanding their financial position and preparing themselves financially for the upcoming investment.
Step 3 – Choose the Right Melbourne Suburb
Our Suburb Analysis includes: demographics, demand for rental properties, anticipated growth of infrastructure, historical price movement in the area and the types of future development anticipated.
Step 4 – Select the Best Property Type
Backed by our combined experience of analysing thousands of properties, we assess each property on the features that may affect the property. They are rental yield potential, ongoing maintenance requirements, potential vacancy risk and potential resale value.
Step 5 – Conduct Due Diligence
When determining the location, each prospective property must be thoroughly reviewed. All Legal Documents pertaining to each prospective property, including the MDA Building Report, Council Approvals, Building Code approvals and Future Zoning Plans must be reviewed by the investor prior to their making an offer.
Step 6 – Purchase, Settlement, and Leasing
Once the purchase is finalised, our team arranges property management, tenant selection and ongoing rental support.
Market Forecasting is a valuable tool for investors in understanding trends that may impact property pricing, demand and yield. While every forecast cannot guarantee an absolute result, there are strong indicators currently indicating continued punctual growth due to population growth, infrastructure development and shortage of housing.
1. Expected Capital Growth Patterns
Many experts predict moderate growth across Melbourne’s inner and middle suburbs as supply tightens. Houses are expected to outperform units in long-term appreciation due to land scarcity.
2. Impact of Migration and International Students
Melbourne remains a preferred destination for migrants and international students, increasing demand for rental properties near universities, transport hubs and employment centres.
3. Infrastructure Projects Boosting Investment
Major projects including the completion of the Metro Tunnel, Suburban Rail Loop and improvement of all major highways will increase connectivity between Melbourne and the suburbs, making it far more likely for future capital growth.
Even seasoned property investors can make costly mistakes if they fail to consider all of the factors that are involved in a property investment.
1. Ignoring Suburb Research
Purchasing based solely on price or trend is likely to result in poor returns; the suburb’s fundamentals and demand in the long term outweigh the price or trend.
2. Overlooking Cash Flow and Expenses
Unforeseen costs that are associated with an investment property, such as insurance and repairs, as well as fluctuations in the cost of interest rates, will negatively affect the net yield of the investment property. Therefore, budgeting is critical for investors.
3. Choosing the Wrong Property Type
Not every area is appropriate for every property type. Familiarity with the tenant demographic of an area can be beneficial for the successful leasing of a property.
Aries Properties’ team consists of members with extensive local market knowledge as well as years of experience in Melbourne’s property market and have developed a client-focused and transparent approach to providing an evidence-based investment service.
1. Expertise and Local Market Understanding
Our experienced staff has many years of experience analysing Melbourne’s property market, enabling us to recognise which suburbs show the strongest performance and which suburbs present the best investment opportunity.
2. Data-Driven Strategies
Real data from the market, trends in rental rates and metrics that measure the performance of an area are used to support every recommendation we make to our clients, so our clients can make informed choices.
3. End-to-End Investment Support
We assist our clients throughout the investment process, from choosing the right suburb to providing them with the best property purchase advice to managing their investment property.
4. Trusted by Local and Interstate Investors
Clients want to work with us because we are honest, operate transparently and are committed to providing our clients with the best investment results.
The greatest suburbs for real estate investing differ depending on investment objectives and budget. Some top inner suburbs with high rental demand are, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond and Southbank, middle-ring suburbs offering long term growth options including Glen Iris, Preston, and Bentleigh, and brand-new, low-priced districts such as Tarneit and Cranbourne.
The budget for an investment property is contingent upon its location, type and the purchaser’s capacity to qualify for a loan. Entry-level investment apartments in several of Melbourne’s outer suburbs may have lower price points compared to properties located in inner-city locations, which tend to require more significant financial investment. A buyer can more accurately determine their purchasing capacity after receiving a loan pre-approval.
Rental yield is influenced by both the type of property and the area; inner-city apartments get higher rental yields due to the demand from professionals and students. Suburban properties generally offer lower rental yield with exceptionally high potential for capital accumulation. A balanced view of rental return and future value needs to be taken.
Houses usually have better long-term capital growth because land appreciates faster than buildings. While apartments are often more affordable and offer lower entry prices, they also offer strong rental demand in the inner-city suburbs. Both options are right—it is all about your investment goals, budget and target tenant market.
Some risks linked to investment in property are, empty homes, surprise expenses for repairs, wild fluctuations in the real estate market and increases in interest rates, nevertheless, getting the facts straight, drawing up a comprehensive financial plan, and asking for the help of experts, for instance Aries Properties, can cut back these risks.
Look for advisors with proven local experience, transparent processes, trusted market data and deep understanding of Melbourne’s property trends. Aries Properties offers end-to-end investment support backed by real market insights—not sales pressure.
Melbourne is in the process of receiving a lot of international students, highly skilled workers and families and this rising population creates more demand for rental properties in the best suburbs, therefore pushing up both short-term rental income and the value of the property over time.
When investing in a rental property in Melbourne, it’s key to know what you are looking for, set a budget, have a pre-approved loan, hunt for the right suburb, find the right property, check it out extensively, negotiate the price and hire a property manager.
Yes, Aries Properties provides full support—from the selection of property to leasing, tenant screening, rent management, to ongoing property maintenance—with the promise of a smooth and hassle-free experience for investors.
Dedication and consideration are core values deeply embedded in our agency. Finding the right home is a profound responsibility, and we strive to make it a great experience for everyone, whether buying, selling, or renting.
