Market Updates January 2026

The Bunbury WA property market continues to show strong performance and solid buyer demand as we move into 2026, with the latest REIWA figures revealing a median house price of approximately $950,000 for the 12 months ending January 2026 and annual sales price growth of around 21.8%, highlighting Bunbury’s appeal as one of Western Australia’s leading regional markets. Houses in Bunbury are selling quickly with a median of around 12 days on market, while units are also moving fast at about 20 days, underscoring sustained buyer interest across property types. Rental demand remains healthy too, with median rents near $550 per week, reflecting strong conditions in both sales and leasing markets.

Across the wider Bunbury region, surrounding suburbs are also experiencing noteworthy growth, with Australind recording roughly 12.2% price increases, Carey Park around 19.8% and College Grove approximately 14.9%, making the broader market attractive for investors, homeowners and lifestyle buyers alike. Bunbury’s regional centre continues to attract interest from a diverse range of buyers thanks to its competitive affordability compared to other South West coastal towns, solid employment opportunities, good amenities and lifestyle appeal, positioning it as a standout choice for both first-home buyers and experienced investors in regional WA.

Reference: https://reiwa.com.au/suburb/bunbury/