The Wrap Up
In October, Australia’s rental market saw interstate inspections increase to 23.6% (+0.8%), while international interest increased to 8.8% (+0.8%), marking the highest overseas engagement since early 2025. These trends highlight growing mobility and interest from both domestic and international renters.
While activity varies across regions, renters continue to target lifestyle and metropolitan areas, reflecting ongoing demand for locations that balance employment, amenity, and accessibility.
The Sunshine Coast and Brisbane led the way for interstate renter interest, while Sydney and Perth remain key destinations for international renters.
Regional performance highlights:
- Sunshine Coast: Interstate demand increased to 27.3% (+4.0%), while international views increased to 8.8% (+0.8%), showing strong interest from both local and overseas renters. The region continues to attract lifestyle-focused movers.
- Brisbane: Interstate demand decreased to 23.1% (−3.3%), while international views increased to 8.3% (+2.2%), showing steady interest from both local and overseas renters. Activity remained consistent across the city.
- Gold Coast: Interstate demand decreased to 21.5% (−4.0%), while international views increased to 5.9% (+0.4%), showing continued interest from both local and overseas renters. The region remains popular among coastal renters.
- Sydney: Interstate demand increased to 23.9% (+4.9%), while international views increased to 13.1% (+5.7%), showing strong interest from both local and overseas renters. Sydney remains the top draw for international renters.
- Melbourne: Interstate demand decreased to 21.0% (−3.4%), while international views decreased to 5.6% (−1.5%), showing steady interest from both local and overseas renters. Activity in the Victorian capital remained balanced.
- Perth: Interstate demand increased to 24.5% (+6.3%), while international views increased to 10.8% (+2.0%), showing strong interest from both local and overseas renters. The west coast continues to attract cross-border demand.
These results highlight a positive rebound in renter activity across Australia, with both interstate and international audiences showing renewed engagement as the market moves into the final months of 2025.