Signing Off 2025: Thank You From the Us Real Estate Team
From hot water emergencies to happy settlements — 2025, we see you
As 2025 draws to a close and the festive season officially takes over (cue out-of-office replies, last-minute settlements, and end-of-year emails marked “urgent”), we wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and say a very big thank you.
Another year in Victorian real estate is done — and if there’s one thing this industry consistently delivers, it’s never being boring. From shifting market conditions to unexpected maintenance requests, 2025 kept us busy, challenged, and occasionally laughing.
But more than anything, it reminded us why we love what we do.
🏠 2025: A Year That Kept Us on Our Toes
Real estate in Victoria throughout 2025 was defined by adjustment. Buyers became more considered, sellers more strategic, tenants more informed, and property owners more engaged than ever.
Across Frankston and surrounding suburbs, we saw:
-
Continued demand for well-located, well-presented homes
-
Strong competition in the rental market
-
Buyers prioritising lifestyle just as much as price
-
A noticeable shift toward realistic expectations
People weren’t just asking “What’s my property worth?” — they were asking why. And that’s a good thing.
2025 was a year where thoughtful decision-making mattered, and where clear advice made all the difference.
🚧 Growth Close to Home: Frankston & Surrounding Suburbs in 2025
If there was one thing that became hard to miss in 2025, it was just how much Frankston and the surrounding suburbs continue to evolve.
Development across the region felt steady and relatable — not the kind that changes everything overnight, but the sort that quietly improves everyday living.
Throughout the year, we saw:
-
New townhouse developments
-
Smaller-scale apartment projects
-
Refreshed shopping precincts
-
Ongoing infrastructure upgrades
All of this played a role in shaping how people live, move, and invest locally.
In Frankston itself, there was a clear push toward smarter use of space. Older blocks were thoughtfully redeveloped, while newer builds leaned into low-maintenance living — something both buyers and tenants were actively looking for.
Nearby suburbs followed a similar pattern. Modern townhomes became increasingly popular with downsizers, first-home buyers, and investors wanting something practical without sacrificing location or lifestyle.
Perhaps the most relatable part? Development became a regular talking point. Almost everyone seemed to know a street where “something new is going up.”
And while change can take some getting used to, thoughtful development continues to support long-term growth, housing choice, and demand across the Frankston region.
📉 Interest Rates: The Topic That Never Left the Group Chat
We can’t talk about 2025 without mentioning interest rates — because let’s be honest, they came up in almost every conversation.
While rate movements affected borrowing power and buyer confidence across Victoria, the Frankston region held steady thanks to:
-
Its lifestyle appeal
-
Continued population growth
-
A strong mix of first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers
The takeaway? Even in a shifting interest rate environment, good property fundamentals still matter — location, presentation, and realistic pricing made all the difference in 2025.
🎨 Design Trends That Took Over Homes in 2025
One of the more enjoyable parts of real estate is watching design trends evolve — and 2025 brought some clear favourites.
This year we saw:
-
Warm, earthy tones replacing cool greys (finally)
-
Curved furniture and soft edges everywhere
-
Feature lighting becoming the hero of living spaces
-
Outdoor areas treated like second living rooms
-
More plants than ever (some real, some… optimistic)
Homes that felt warm, functional, and lived-in resonated strongly with buyers and tenants alike. And yes, indoor plants continued their reign — whether real, artificial, or bravely “low maintenance”.
😂 The Lighter Side of Real Estate in 2025
A few truths from the trenches:
-
The phrase “We’ll just wait and see what the market does” was still said daily
-
Properties with good storage photographed better (and sold faster)
-
Everyone suddenly became an expert on property values
-
Maintenance issues always happened on Fridays
-
Someone, somewhere, definitely asked if a walk-in robe could be “extended later”
Real estate keeps us humble — and occasionally laughing.
🙏 Thank You — Truly
More than anything, 2025 reminded us how grateful we are for the people we work with every day.
To our:
-
Property owners — thank you for trusting us with your investments
-
Tenants — thank you for your communication, patience, and cooperation
-
Buyers & sellers — thank you for choosing us during such an important chapter
-
Trades & suppliers — thank you for answering the phone (especially after hours)
-
Community & supporters — thank you for backing a local business
We genuinely could not do what we do without you.
🚪 Looking Ahead to 2026: A New Chapter
As we step into 2026, we’re excited. Not because we think the market will suddenly be “perfect” (it never is), but because change brings opportunity.
As a team, our hopes for 2026 are simple:
-
Clear communication
-
Strong relationships
-
Fair outcomes
-
Continued growth for our clients and community
-
And maybe… slightly fewer emergency call-outs
For the industry as a whole, we hope to see:
-
Ongoing professionalism
-
Transparent conversations
-
A focus on education over hype
-
And property advice grounded in reality
New Year. New Chapter. Same Commitment.
🎄 Signing Off
As offices close, holidays begin, and inboxes quieten, we want to wish everyone a safe, happy, and well-earned holiday period.
Thank you for supporting the Us Real Estate team through another great year. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together and excited for what 2026 has in store.
We’ll see you in the new year — refreshed, ready, and probably still talking about interest rates.
Warm regards,
The Us Real Estate Team 💗