Shock Sale: This Dilapidated Sydney House Just Went for $2.4M - Find Out Why the Aussie Housing Market is Nearly Impossible to Break Into!

The recent sale of a dilapidated three-bedroom house in Sydney's inner west has sent shockwaves through the Australian housing market, underscoring the immense challenges faced by those attempting to enter the property market. The property, which was in a state of severe disrepair, fetched a staggering $2.4 million at auction, a figure that was more than $400,000 above the reserve price. This event has highlighted the extreme heat of the Australian real estate market, particularly in Sydney, where the median home price has climbed to an eye-watering $794,000.

The property in question, located on The Parade in Enfield, was described by the selling agent as having 'unbridled potential' with 'endless possibilities.' Despite its rundown condition, the 570sqm lot attracted a swarm of bidders eager to secure a slice of Sydney's property market. The frenzied auction was a clear indicator of the competitive nature of real estate in the area, with agent Matthew Blackmore of Richards Matthews Real Estate calling it the 'craziest auction' he had ever witnessed.


This sale is a stark reminder of the soaring dwelling prices, which have risen by eight percent in the 2023-24 financial year alone. For many Australians, especially those looking to purchase their first home, the dream of homeownership seems increasingly out of reach. The affordability of housing in Sydney has sunk to a 30-year low, with conditions becoming exceedingly difficult for potential buyers.


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A run-down home advertised on a real estate website sparked discussions about the Australian housing market. Image Credit: Real Estate AU


In response to the escalating housing crisis, the state government has promised to deliver hundreds of social and affordable homes in Sydney's inner south. A vacant and overgrown plot of land in North Eveleigh, near Redfern station, is set to be revitalized with the construction of 500 new dwellings, half of which will be dedicated to social and affordable housing. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to meet the state's ambitious target of building 378,000 homes by 2029. With the clock ticking and house prices continuing to climb, the pressure is on to provide more affordable housing options.


The government's plan includes the development of four government-owned sites, with locations such as Samantha Riley Drive in Kellyville, Menangle Road in Camden, and Parramatta Road in Camperdown earmarked for transformation. An additional forty sites are yet to be announced, as the government races to combat the housing affordability crisis.

Senior economist Eleanor Creagh from Proptrack has noted that affordability is at its lowest point in at least the past three decades, making the current conditions particularly tough for those trying to get on the property ladder. The situation is a complex one, with factors such as low-interest rates, limited housing supply, and strong demand all contributing to the skyrocketing prices.

For our readers, many of whom have seen the Australian housing market evolve over the years, these developments may come as no surprise. The question now is, how can the market be made more accessible for first-time buyers and those on lower incomes? What measures can be taken to ensure that the Australian dream of homeownership doesn't become an exclusive club for the wealthy?

Key Takeaways

  • A dilapidated three-bedroom home in Sydney's inner west sold for $2.4 million, highlighting the competitive Australian housing market.
  • The median home price in Australia has risen to $794,000, with an 8% increase during the 2023-24 financial year, making it difficult for people to enter the property market.
  • The Sydney property sold for over $400,000 above the reserve price, with the agent describing the auction as the 'craziest' he has witnessed.
  • The New South Wales government is planning to create social and affordable housing, aiming to build 378,000 homes by 2029, as prices continue to rise and affordability drops.
We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences with the housing market. Have you or your loved ones been affected by the rising costs of homes in Australia? What solutions do you believe could help alleviate the housing affordability crisis? Join the conversation in the comments below and let's discuss the future of Australian housing together.
 
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Somebody must be desperate to pay that much for that house unless the interior has been renovated and just the exterior needs to be stripped and re-painted or removed and re-built
 
Start by cutting back on immigration.
My grandson and his lady have good well-paid jobs renting a 3-bed house and still struggling to save for just a deposit. In my time every young person had access to buying or building a home. What has happened to make it now out of reach except for the newcomers who have the means to outbid our young ones (in their late 20's and 30's not teenagers?)
 
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Redfern is the up-and-coming suburb.....expect to pay $3,000,000 for land value alone.
 
With Albo's complete stupidity, wot can one expect. I fully endorse "Pam71". Cut back immigration. I reckon by at least 99% for a minimum of 5 years at least. Then only increase, if we have too, by 2% thereafter on a permanent basis. Just then, & then only, we may well get some reality & sanity back into our lives.

Don't forget, God isn't making any more land.

On an other thought with our "Housing" problem. When all of the "Live" sheep industry dies in the arse in W.A., at the wisdom of the powers to be, wot are the farmers going to do with all of their empty paddocks ? Looks like a great opening & opportunity for new estates to be established. A new building industry with plenty of employment. HA HA HA. Any thoughts. I could say "Heaps" more, but, unprintable.
 
In reply to "Cybercheck". You just never know. Was the joint advertised as a "Renovators Dream" ?

Bring back celebrating "Empire Day" as it'd make a great bonfire all with the good old bungers, tom thumbs, skyrockets, flower pots & catherine wheels going off. Great days. Bye the way, chuck in a heap of old tyres in as well, as we did as youngens, they were "Good" burners.
 
With Albo's complete stupidity, wot can one expect. I fully endorse "Pam71". Cut back immigration. I reckon by at least 99% for a minimum of 5 years at least. Then only increase, if we have too, by 2% thereafter on a permanent basis. Just then, & then only, we may well get some reality & sanity back into our lives.

Don't forget, God isn't making any more land.

On an other thought with our "Housing" problem. When all of the "Live" sheep industry dies in the arse in W.A., at the wisdom of the powers to be, wot are the farmers going to do with all of their empty paddocks ? Looks like a great opening & opportunity for new estates to be established. A new building industry with plenty of employment. HA HA HA. Any thoughts. I could say "Heaps" more, but, unprintable.
The paddocks will be full of food for us Australians who cannot afford a lamb roast. There will be plenty of mutton, legs, cutlets, of which I can’t afford now.
 

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