A Step Ahead This Summer
WHY LAUNCH WITH LUCAS
THIS SUMMER?
Summer brings fresh opportunities to Melbourne's inner-city property market. With professionals relocating for work, international students arriving for the new academic year and families visiting the holidays, the season brings opportunities to connect with potential buyers and renters. Longer, sunnier days also provide the perfect opportunity to showcase your property's best features, from natural light and spacious interiors to impressive city and waterfront views.
Recent findings from realestate.com.au highlight strong buyer and rental activity over summer, with growing enquiries and increased rental inspection demand reinforcing the opportunities available during this season.
+14%
Year-on-year growth in summer buyer enquiries
from 2024 to 2026
216 million
Total visits to the realestate.com.au 'Buy' section
during the summer months from 2024 to 2026.
1 in 8
Buyer enquiries made in January 2026 came from
users who first viewed the property in December 2025.
+20%
Increase in rental inspection applications in summer 2025/26
compared to spring 2025.
+16%
Increase in rental enquiries in summer 2025/26
compared to spring 2025.
+40%
Increase in January 2026 rental enquiries
compared to the 2025 monthly average.
Source: realestate.com.au, Why List in Summer?, 2026.
LIST EARLY. LAUNCH STRONG.
REACH THE RIGHT PEOPLE FIRST.
THIS SUMMER IS YOUR TURN.
BE A STEP AHEAD THIS SUMMER WITH LUCAS.
Launch your property in January 2027 with our exclusive summer marketing package, designed to maximise exposure and help your property stand out. Your next move starts here.
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Disclaimer:
The 'Step Ahead This Summer' promotion offers benefits valued at up to $1,500 for eligible new sales and rental listings. To qualify, a signed sales or managing authority must be received by Lucas Real Estate by 24 December 2026, with the property launched on the Lucas Real Estate website and applicable property portals, including realestate.com.au and domain.com.au, between 1-31 January 2027. The promotion includes selected complimentary services, discounts and credits, as advertised. Complimentary drone footage is included when property videography is booked. Property styling discounts and additional complimentary furniture hire are available when arranged through Lucas Real Estate's participating styling partner, subject to the provider's terms, conditions and availability. Complimentary virtual styling is offered where applicable, subject to property suitability and Lucas Real Estate's assessment. Certain benefits are provided or applied directly by participating third-party providers. Benefits are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash or exchanged for other services. Lucas Real Estate may amend or withdraw the promotion, subject to applicable law. Contact our team for full package inclusions, eligibility requirements and conditions.