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Templestowe Quarterly Price Growth Tops Same Time Last Year
Median house values climbed 4.8 percent from April to June this year against 2.9 percent in the same stretch of 2025.
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Templestowe median house prices rose 4.8 percent in the second quarter of 2026, outpacing the 2.9 percent gain recorded in the April-to-June period last year.
The stronger quarterly lift arrives as global tensions push some buyers toward established suburbs with steady transport links and established schools. Local agents report steady enquiry from families who want to lock in before any further rate moves.
Properties along Porter Street near Templestowe Village recorded the quickest sales, while homes bordering the Manningham Civic Centre drew multiple offers within the first week of listing. The Templestowe Housing Initiative, a council-backed program launched in March, has already helped 42 first-home buyers access grants tied to properties in these pockets.
CoreLogic data released on 7 July showed the median Templestowe house price at $1,452,000, up from $1,386,000 at the end of March. Auction clearance rates held at 68 percent across the quarter, compared with 61 percent in the corresponding three months of 2025.
Street-level movements
Williamson Road listings averaged $1,610,000, a 6.2 percent quarterly rise that exceeded the suburb-wide figure. Buyers cited proximity to the Templestowe Library and the new bus interchange opened in late 2025 as key attractions.
Further north on High Street, unit prices grew 3.1 percent to a median of $892,000. The slower pace reflected a higher proportion of investor stock entering the market after the federal tax changes that took effect on 1 April.
Stock levels remain tight, with only 214 properties listed on 8 July compared with 287 at the same date last year.
Next steps for buyers and sellers
Agents recommend sellers prepare updated valuations before the spring selling season begins in September. Buyers should review listings on the Templestowe Real Estate Association portal and attend the next open inspections at the Manningham Civic Centre on 15 July to gauge current demand levels.
This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.