Geelong’s real estate market surged into mid-September with one of the strongest transactional weeks we’ve seen this season. Across the region, properties at all price points were snapped up swiftly, with notable sales spanning blue-chip Newtown, lifestyle-centric Highton and Leopold, and beachside Bellarine suburbs. Confidence is clearly returning as buyer appetite remains resilient despite continued speculation around interest rate stability and economic conditions.
At the top end of the market, Newtown remained a powerhouse, with 87 Fairview Avenue changing hands for an impressive $1.79 million. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence on 692 sqm attracted high interest, underscoring the enduring demand for quality family homes in this prestigious inner suburb. Not far behind, 235 Noble Street also in Newtown, achieved $1.45 million. Its five-bedroom, four-bathroom layout on over 800 sqm was particularly appealing to upsizing families seeking proximity to elite schools, parks, and Pakington Street cafes.
Meanwhile, Highton continues to attract significant buyer activity, with standout sales like 69 Buckley Falls Road fetching $1.305 million and 101 Grantham Drive going for $852,000. These properties reflect the suburb’s increasing drawcard status as a family haven offering space, natural surrounds, and modern amenities — especially along the Buckley Falls and Barwon River corridors.
One of the biggest surprises this week came from Connewarre, where 72 Samphire Drive sold for a whopping $2.77 million — one of the highest sales in the entire region for the week. This four-bedroom waterfront home with four-car garage and premium finishes exemplifies the growing prestige of this previously overlooked lifestyle pocket.
In Hamlyn Heights, momentum continues to build. 51 Hamlyn Avenue reached $985,000, while 18 Sladen Street secured $660,000, both showcasing the suburb’s broad appeal — from renovator’s delights to fully renovated family homes. First-home buyers and investors also remain active here due to proximity to the CBD and value for money compared to Newtown and Geelong West.
Ocean Grove also saw robust activity. The sale of 45 Mermaid Avenue for $1.235 million highlighted ongoing interest in the Bellarine’s surfside towns. Similarly, 46 Shorebreak Way transacted at $1.45 million, suggesting the upper end of Ocean Grove’s market remains active, especially for family homes near the coast.
Leopold maintained its status as one of Geelong’s fastest-growing family suburbs, with 33 Opal Drive selling for $710,000 and 24 Zale Street, a residential block, achieving $340,000. These sales reinforce the suburb’s mix of established homes and land opportunities catering to both owner-occupiers and developers.
Armstrong Creek, Geelong’s growth corridor, remains one of the most active markets by volume. Strong sales like 213 Warralily Boulevard at $670,000, 58 Abode Street at $670,000, and 30 Delta Drive at $840,000 demonstrate solid buyer demand for newer homes with modern amenities. With new infrastructure, schools, and retail hubs in the pipeline, Armstrong Creek continues to draw first-home buyers and young families looking to build roots in a vibrant community.
Further west, Grovedale and Waurn Ponds both delivered strong outcomes. 34 Kana Street went for $655,000, and 7 Rene Street sold at $825,000, highlighting continued buyer interest in these middle-ring suburbs that offer strong transport links and larger blocks.
East Geelong also impressed with 9 Anderson Street hitting $880,000 and 15 Darling Street achieving $815,000, illustrating a strong appetite for character homes close to the CBD. This trend continues across pockets of Geelong West, Newcomb, and Belmont, where smaller period homes and modern townhouses remain in hot demand.
Down the highway in Lara, homes like 105 Reflections Crescent ($877,500), 42 Blackwood Road ($720,000), and 10 Newell Street ($650,000) showed that the northern corridor continues to offer outstanding value for larger family homes, many on generous blocks. The accessibility to both Geelong and Melbourne via rail is a key drawcard for buyers.
Looking at unit and apartment sales, there were multiple solid results across Geelong. A standout was 1/12 Lady Nelson Drive in Rippleside, which sold for $1.52 million, showing that premium apartments in prestige pockets are still in demand. Meanwhile, more affordable units such as 2/20 Saturn Street, Newcomb fetched $400,000, and 3/11-13 Corangamite Drive, Corio went for $445,000, proving there’s still a strong investor and downsizer market.
From a broader market perspective, what’s clear is that buyers are moving swiftly on well-priced, well-presented homes. Properties across all segments — luxury, mid-tier family, first-home buyer, downsizer, and investor stock — are transacting quickly when priced to reflect market conditions. Demand remains strong, particularly in well-connected suburbs offering lifestyle appeal.
There’s also an observable trend toward premium regional living, where buyers are prepared to pay a premium for turnkey properties or land in tightly held pockets such as Newtown, Highton, and Ocean Grove. With interest rates holding steady and buyer sentiment gradually recovering, we may well be entering a period of renewed market strength across the Geelong region.
As we head into spring proper, local agents are reporting increased enquiry and higher attendance at open homes. Listing volumes are also beginning to rise, which may slightly ease competition — but quality homes are still moving fast. Sellers considering a move should act quickly to capitalise on early spring momentum before potential market saturation later in the season.