The Ballarat real estate market charged into July with solid momentum, closing out the new financial year on a strong note. A wide range of sales from premium family homes in Invermay Park to entry-level units in Soldiers Hill and Golden Point demonstrated the city’s ongoing appeal across diverse buyer demographics. As winter’s chill deepens, Ballarat’s property sector remains anything but cold—buyers are active, sellers are meeting the market, and agents are delivering results across nearly every suburb.
Leading the pack this week was a standout sale in Invermay Park, where Giovanni Piazza of Ray White sold 7 Wedge Circuit for $980,000. This spacious four-bedroom, two-bathroom home on 648 square metres epitomizes the calibre of lifestyle properties buyers are chasing in Ballarat’s northern suburbs. The suburb continues to be a favourite for families wanting a balance of suburban peace and access to schools and shops.
Lucas once again demonstrated its high-performing consistency, with multiple properties changing hands above the $700,000 mark. Notably, 3 Evans Way sold for $925,000 through Will Munro of Ray White, and 6 Jarvis Way fetched $810,000 via Buxton. The suburb’s modern layout, quality builds, and proximity to both Delacombe Town Centre and key arterial roads keeps it a standout growth corridor. Further reinforcing this trend, 20 Thurling Parade sold for $694,000 (Buxton) and 23 Honour Avenue reached $725,000.
Mount Helen made several appearances this week with buyers clearly keen on space, bushland surrounds, and quiet court locations. 3 Logan Court sold for $840,000 (Ballarat Real Estate), 10 Hakea Court fetched $625,000 (Trevor Petrie), and 12 Hakea Court moved for $620,000 (Buxton). The area continues to be a magnet for upgraders looking for larger blocks and proximity to Federation University.
Meanwhile, the suburb of Alfredton, a long-standing family favourite, had no shortage of action. 3 Drysdale Court sold for $725,000 through Buxton, 18 Cardigan Avenue brought in $628,000 (McGrath), and 4 Mary Drive sold for $710,000 (Ballarat Real Estate). These results reflect Alfredton’s enduring popularity thanks to its mix of schools, parks, and newer housing stock.
Lake Wendouree also reminded us of its prestige status, with 1011 MacArthur Street selling for $715,000—an impressive result given the home had only one bathroom. The area continues to attract buyers for its proximity to Ballarat Grammar, the lake, and Central Ballarat.
Golden Point and Mount Pleasant delivered reliable mid-range results, with 136 Larter Street selling for $328,000 (Ray White) and 418a Gladstone Street achieving $485,000 (Ballarat Real Estate). These established suburbs are proving attractive for investors and first-home buyers thanks to their central location and relative affordability.
Further proof of Ballarat’s broad buyer pool came from Nerrina, where two notable results surfaced: 8 Lofven Street sold for $497,000, and 405 Lyons Street South in Ballarat Central closed at $750,000. These properties illustrate the varied price points buyers are prepared to engage with, from heritage cottages to renovated family homes.
Winter Valley continued its dominance in the family home sector, with multiple sales reflecting strong demand. 8 Parkland Drive sold for $620,000, 21 Cruz Road for $570,000, 34 Racing Way for $550,000, and 11 Zeal Road for $525,000—all solid outcomes for contemporary builds in a fast-growing pocket of Ballarat.
Sebastopol saw consistent movement as well, with 4 Mountview Drive selling for $475,000 and 1 Weeah Court going for $470,000. As the city expands southward, suburbs like Sebastopol are getting renewed attention for their affordability and improved infrastructure access.
Wendouree was another suburb making headlines. Among this week’s activity: 45 Lake Street sold for $425,000, 2/3 Pickford Street reached $415,000, and 74 Marie Crescent closed at $520,000. These results underscore Wendouree’s reliability as a mid-tier market for both investors and growing families.
One of the more unique listings this week came out of Cardigan Village, where 14 Mitchell Drive sold for $484,000—a testament to the buyer appetite for quiet, rural-feel suburbs with good commuting access. Similarly, Ballarat North remains a strong performer, with 1 Norman Street selling for $750,000 and showing buyers continue to prize location and size.
Even smaller markets like Brown Hill and Bonshaw held their ground, with Brown Hill’s 127 Daylesford Road selling for $900,000, while 2 Goldsborough Street in Bonshaw reached $620,000. These areas are drawing interest from buyers priced out of Ballarat Central or Alfredton but still looking for quality housing and proximity to town.
In unit sales, the market remains active. Properties like 1/802 Doveton Street in Soldiers Hill sold for $305,000, and 1/203 Ripon Street in Ballarat Central moved for $410,000. These kinds of properties appeal to downsizers and investors seeking low-maintenance options close to town.
Overall, the final week of June and early July has painted a picture of strength and resilience in the Ballarat market. Buyers are showing confidence across all segments—luxury, established, new builds, and units—and sellers are benefiting from steady enquiry and solid clearance rates. If the momentum from the first half of the year is any indicator, Ballarat is well-positioned for another strong quarter ahead.