Sellers across the country are cashing in, with Domain’s Profit and Loss Report showing 97% of house resales and 88% of unit resales achieved a profit in the first half of 2025. This marks the highest level of profit-making sales since 2022.

Median gross profits were significant — $365,000 for houses and $202,000 for units — while losses were relatively small at $55,000 for houses and $46,000 for units. The report highlights that rising property values since 2021, combined with longer ownership periods, are driving these outcomes. The average hold period is now nine years for houses and eight years for units, giving owners ample time to build equity.

Brisbane led the way in profit-making sales, with 99.5% of houses and 99% of units selling at a gain. Perth and Sydney were close behind in the housing market, while Perth and Adelaide joined Brisbane as the top performers for units.