Ep. 44 | 15%–20% Growth? The Truth About Victoria’s Hottest Markets

Properties receiving 35 offers. Growth rates hitting 20% in under 12 months. Lines of 100 people at open homes. If you think Victoria’s property market sounds insane right now, you’re not wrong.In this episode of How’s the Market, Tristan Larkin sits down with his business partners Brodie and Joel from the investment side of TOMII Property to unpack what’s really happening across Victoria’s hottest markets. From Frankston’s explosive growth to regional Victoria’s surprise surge, they reveal the data behind the headlines and share firsthand stories from the buying trenches.Brodie and Joel specialize in investor purchases across Australia and have been deep in Victoria’s regional and metro markets all year. They explain why Melbourne’s growth cycle is accelerating faster than Perth’s, how interstate buyer’s agents are flooding the market, and why gentrification in suburbs like Frankston means there’s still more growth to come. They also issue critical warnings about markets like Malabar where buyer’s agent activity doesn’t match rental demand a recipe for disaster.What You’ll Learn:Why some Victorian suburbs have grown close to 20% in less than 12 monthsHow Frankston became one of the country’s best performing marketsWhy regional Victoria is experiencing unprecedented buyer’s agent activityThe difference between Melbourne’s growth drivers versus Perth and QueenslandHow to identify which markets still have growth left versus which are capped outThe role of interstate investors and the First Home Guarantee in driving demandWhy looking at neighboring suburbs might be smarter than chasing the hottest marketsCritical metrics to watch: vacancy rates, rental demand, affordability, and past growthWhy owner-occupiers, not investors, ultimately move prices in these marketsWhat the next 6-12 months could look like as sentiment buildsIf you’re an investor trying to find the next growth market, or simply want to understand where Victoria’s property market is headed, this episode is essential listening. Tristan, Brodie, and Joel cut through the hype with real data, genuine market experience, and practical advice on timing your entry.👋 About the ShowHow’s The Market is Melbourne’s go-to podcast for buyers who want to make smarter property decisions. Hosted by Tristan Larkin and James Rankin from TOMII Property, we bring you expert tips, market insights, and real stories from the frontlines of real estate, finance, and construction. Auctions, rates, off-markets — we’ve got you covered.🔗 Resources & LinksJoin our mailing list & read the blog → www.tomii.com.auSubscribe for weekly auction results → www.tomii.com.au/auction-resultsFollow Tristan on TikTok & Instagram → @tristanlarkinFollow James on TikTok & Instagram → @james__rankin