Where To Buy In Melbourne In 2026? Top 5 Affordable Suburbs + Bonus | EP. 23

Where should you buy property in Melbourne in 2026?

In Episode 23 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag Dixit and Julius break down 5 affordable Melbourne suburbs worth watching, plus 1 bonus suburb buyers and investors should not ignore.

Melbourne has underperformed compared to markets like Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane, but that does not mean every part of Melbourne is weak. In this episode, the discussion focuses on specific suburbs where affordability, tight supply, owner-occupier demand, rental demand, infrastructure and long-term growth potential may create better opportunities.

The episode covers Melbourne’s current property market, why some investors are exiting Victoria, why rental stock may tighten, how interest rates could change buyer sentiment, and which suburbs may suit first home buyers, investors, upgraders and long-term property buyers.

Suburbs discussed in this episode include Derrimut, Deer Park, Lalor, Thomastown, Epping and bonus suburb Carrum Downs.

If you are researching the Melbourne property market, affordable suburbs in Melbourne, property investment in Melbourne, first home buyer suburbs, rental yield, capital growth, land banking or where to buy property in Australia, this episode will help you understand what to look for before making a property decision.

Topics covered:

- Melbourne property market 2026

- Where to buy in Melbourne

- Best suburbs to buy in Melbourne

- Affordable suburbs in Melbourne

- Melbourne property investment

- Melbourne investment suburbs

- First home buyer suburbs Melbourne

- Rental yield Melbourne

- Capital growth suburbs Melbourne

- Derrimut property market

- Deer Park property market

- Lalor property market

- Thomastown property market

- Epping property market

- Carrum Downs property market

- Australian property investing

- Property investment Australia

Watch more episodes of The Property Portfolio Podcast for Australian property market updates, suburb research, lending insights and long-term property investment strategy.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and does not provide personal financial advice. Please speak with a qualified professional before making property, finance or investment decisions.