This past week in Ballarat’s property market has been defined by high volumes, strong suburban performance, and a diverse range of price points, reaffirming Ballarat’s position as one of Victoria’s most active and varied regional markets. Properties moved swiftly across Alfredton, Ballarat Central, Sebastopol, and beyond — and buyers across all tiers from first-home seekers to high-end lifestyle changers were out in force.
Let’s explore the highlights and trends from this week’s standout transactions.
Alfredton Surges with High Activity and Mid-High Value Sales
Alfredton continues to drive a substantial portion of Ballarat’s weekly sales, and this week was no exception. The suburb featured heavily in both volume and dollar value. A total of five properties changed hands in Alfredton, led by a commanding result at 7 Mullingar Drive, a five-bedroom, three-bathroom home that fetched $775,000. That price reflects ongoing demand for large, modern family homes in this premium pocket.
Additional strong Alfredton results included 13 Cedar Avenue selling for $735,000, and 15 Donegal Drive reaching $740,000, both offering four bedrooms and two bathrooms with double garages. The sales indicate a clear willingness from buyers to pay for upgraded finishes and large floor plans, particularly in well-positioned streets close to parks and schools.
Meanwhile, unit-style properties in Alfredton also saw movement, with 1/75 Gillies Street South securing $407,000, demonstrating that downsizers and investors continue to be active participants in the suburb.
Ballarat East Remains Solid with Entry-Level and Mid-Tier Momentum
Ballarat East had another consistent week, moving a mix of entry-level and mid-tier properties across various configurations. Notable among them was 18 Specimen Vale South, a compact two-bedroom home on 209m² that sold for $455,000, showing how even smaller homes can command robust pricing with the right finish and location.
Also in Ballarat East, 11 Nelmore Court, a four-bedroom home on a generous 786m², sold for $668,000, while 17 Hunt Street fetched $481,000, and 1/634 Eureka Street moved at $320,000. These transactions reflect the broad demand profile for the suburb, ranging from investors to first-home buyers and beyond.
Strong Movement in Wendouree, Sebastopol and Brown Hill
Wendouree saw several homes move this week, including 3 Winston Court, a four-bedroom family home that achieved $596,000, and 4 Grandview Grove which fetched $540,500. Additional unit sales such as 2/1206 Grevillea Road at $420,000 and 1/2 Symons Street at $465,000 point to continued buyer interest in low-maintenance homes in this affordable, well-located area.
Sebastopol was similarly active, with 212 Yarrowee Street and 3/4 Wall Street both selling at $480,000 and $330,000 respectively. Both were modest in scale but attracted strong attention, signalling a continued sweet spot for homes in the $300,000 to $500,000 range. Also in Sebastopol, 6/4 Wall Street moved for $338,000, and 53 Beverin Street reached $310,000, underlining the area’s appeal to budget-conscious buyers and investors alike.
Brown Hill saw one of the strongest results for the week, with 7 Lanah Place commanding a hefty $1,055,000 — a reflection of its land size, elevated design, and scarcity of prestige homes in this locale. That sale adds weight to Brown Hill’s growing reputation for prestige homes nestled in quiet streets with natural surrounds.
Central Ballarat Holds Firm, Particularly for Renovated and Well-Located Homes
Ballarat Central continues to post consistent results. The standout here was 1 Kent Street, a five-bedroom residence that sold for a significant $935,000, illustrating the demand for large, character-filled homes in premium central locations.
Additional transactions included 1312 Dana Street for $625,000, 417 Ripon Street South for $480,000, and 18b/412 Drummond Street North for $433,000. The diversity of these sales — from period homes to townhouses — indicates broad-based demand for central Ballarat living, regardless of home style or size.
Lifestyle Properties and Outer Suburbs See Continued Strength
In the lifestyle segment, properties with land or regional appeal achieved impressive figures. The standout was 23 Canico Lane, Hillcrest, which sold for $680,000 on a 4.05ha allotment. Similarly, 104 Tantaus Road, Dereel changed hands for $935,000, and 27 Barton Court, Smythesdale secured $930,000. Buyers looking for tree-change escapes continue to target these areas, often bringing city-based budgets to secure lifestyle acreage and larger homes.
Other notable regional results include 141 High Street, Learmonth at $657,500, and 60 Nunns Road, Snake Valley, which despite being a three-bedroom home on over 1,200m², traded at just $170,000, making it the most affordable transaction for the week.
New and Recently Built Stock Shows Strong Appeal
Winter Valley and Lucas both performed well, with multiple four-bedroom homes in modern estates securing mid-tier prices. 19 Hawk Street, Winter Valley sold for $550,000, 58 Telluride Drive fetched $590,000, and 9 McNamee Boulevard, Lucas sold for $600,500. These sales suggest buyers are drawn to newer builds in emerging suburbs, favouring low-maintenance homes with full warranties and contemporary layouts.
Final Thoughts
This week, Ballarat’s property market demonstrated its depth — from million-dollar homes in Brown Hill and central Ballarat, to affordable units in Sebastopol and Wendouree, and rural retreats in Dereel and Hillcrest. Buyers remain active, and vendors are achieving strong prices when homes are presented well and priced in line with market expectations.
With consistent volumes and results across all corners of the city, Ballarat remains a diversified market with genuine activity across every price point — and this bodes well for the final quarter of 2025.