The Geelong property market delivered another active and varied week, with strong buyer activity seen across suburbs like Barwon Heads, Belmont, Highton, Corio, and Lara. A mix of coastal charm, family homes, investment-ready units, and large land sales kept agents and buyers busy, demonstrating the region’s ongoing appeal to a diverse range of purchasers.
Coastal and Premium Pockets Lead the Market
Barwon Heads opened the week with two standout results: 3/1 Golightly Street, a stylish 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment, sold for $984,000 through Bellarine Property, while 4/5-7 Geelong Road changed hands for $480,000. These properties reflect the suburb’s continued desirability, especially among downsizers and holiday-home seekers looking for premium lifestyle locations near the water. Ocean Grove followed suit with some serious numbers: 25 Sandpiper Court reached $1.38 million, and 5 Cremona Street came in at $1.18 million, both showcasing strong demand for quality homes near the coast.
Over in Drysdale, 2 Diana Court sold for $630,000, adding to the consistent activity being seen along the Bellarine Peninsula. These results continue to highlight that premium buyers are still highly engaged in the Geelong coastal belt, driven by a mix of lifestyle appeal and long-term capital growth potential.
Belmont and Highton Remain a Magnet for Upgraders
One of the strongest results in Belmont came from 16 Hill Street, which sold for $915,000 — an impressive result for a 4-bedroom home in this tightly held suburb. 67 Iona Avenue also secured $782,000, while 14 Fairfield Avenue fetched $748,000. Belmont’s proximity to the CBD, schools, and river precinct continues to drive up demand from both families and investors.
Highton remained one of the strongest performers again this week, notching up several high-value sales: 7 Dunsmore Road ($829,000), 11 Maus Street ($925,000), and 5 Standale Court ($1.11 million). Highton also saw strong mid-range results, including 1/103 Dryden Way ($800,000), 20/102 Colac Road ($430,000), and 1/176 South Valley Road ($625,000). Buyers clearly remain confident in Highton’s long-term value, and competition is staying fierce for anything well-presented and ready to move in.
Central Geelong and West See Balanced Activity
Geelong West and central Geelong had a number of mid-tier results. 126-128 Corio Street sold for $930,000, while 9 Cogens Place achieved $825,000. Geelong West’s 117 Hope Street changed hands for $760,000. These sales reflect the continued strength in Geelong’s heritage and city-fringe pockets, particularly for those prioritising location over land size.
Units also made waves this week: 2/2 Everett Close in Herne Hill sold for $315,000, while 4/257 Church Street achieved $302,000. These results indicate that investors and first-home buyers are still very much in the game, especially when properties are well-maintained and located near schools or transport.
Corio and Norlane Continue to Deliver for Value Hunters
Geelong’s northern suburbs were as active as ever. Corio once again dominated the affordable segment, with several properties changing hands. 24 Pettitt Crescent sold for $585,000, 59 Kanooka Drive for $640,000, and 85 Princess Road for $625,000. Not far behind were 29 Harpur Road ($560,000), 2/4-8 Princess Road ($545,000), 5 Montreal Avenue ($418,000), and 580 Thompson Road ($462,000). Norlane continued to attract buyers with its entry-level appeal and large blocks, highlighted by 6 Camfield Road ($581,000) and 1A Autumn Street in Belmont just tipping under the mid-$500k mark at $525,000.
This level of turnover is typical of value-driven buyers taking advantage of stable interest rates and the long-term redevelopment potential of the northern corridor. It’s a reminder that affordability doesn’t mean stagnation — quite the opposite in Geelong’s north.
Lara Delivers High-Value Acreage and Strong Suburban Sales
Lara posted several significant sales, led by 210 William Road ($1.55 million) and 78 Buckingham Street ($1.37 million), both high-value rural-lifestyle properties that reflect a growing demand for land and space just outside of Geelong. More traditional suburban properties also transacted well, including 14 Yoorok Drive ($615,000), 12 Lime Crescent ($705,000), and 2/26 Benjamin Drive ($570,000). The land market is also active, with 40 Archer Drive selling for $160,000 — offering an affordable entry point into the area’s growth corridor.
These results signal ongoing growth and gentrification in Lara, which continues to attract families and retirees seeking space, tranquillity, and convenience between Geelong and Werribee.
Armstrong Creek and Mount Duneed Show Resilience
In the growth areas, Armstrong Creek saw continued strength, with 5 Delta Drive selling for $765,000 and 51 Duchess Drive in nearby St Leonards closing at $715,000. Meanwhile, Mount Duneed’s 17 Wanderlust Drive fetched $710,000 — reflecting confidence in new builds and young family-driven demand. These suburbs remain solid choices for owner-occupiers and investors alike, particularly with ongoing infrastructure and retail expansion nearby.
Large Land Sales and Townhouses Still Have Their Place
It’s worth noting a few outliers this week, such as 10 Ross Road in Batesford, which sold for a massive $1.71 million on 2.02 hectares — a testament to the enduring demand for semi-rural lifestyle properties. Meanwhile, townhouses and units also held their own, with properties like 1/1 Emmy Court in Grovedale selling for $616,000, and 1/103 Dryden Way in Highton reaching $800,000 — showing that compact living still appeals when location and quality align.
Final Thoughts
This week’s data paints a familiar but encouraging picture for the Geelong property market. Demand is strong across the board, with everything from multimillion-dollar coastal properties to affordable units and land parcels attracting interest. Key takeaways include:
- Highton and Belmont remain dominant in the family home segment.
- Lara and the northern suburbs offer continued affordability and growth potential.
- Coastal suburbs like Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove still command top dollar for lifestyle properties.
- Mount Duneed and Armstrong Creek are holding steady with attractive value for newer homes.
With no major shocks in interest rates and consistent population growth forecast for the region, Geelong’s market fundamentals continue to support both capital growth and rental yields across a broad range of price points.