Canberra is a million-dollar market with some of the most stable demand in the country, backed by a strong local jobs base and a constant flow of new arrivals! House prices rose over the year, and on a median home even a 2.0% commission is more than $20,000, so selling privately with PLBO is a brilliant move. Here's what the latest data shows, how to price your home, and when to launch.
Canberra prices in 2026
| Measure (June quarter 2026) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Canberra median house price | $1,037,766 |
| Annual change, houses | +2.2% |
| Quarterly change, houses | −2.5% |
| Canberra median unit price | $523,265 |
Source: Domain House Price Report, June 2026.
Canberra houses are up over the year and holding above the million-dollar mark. Units sit at an accessible price point, which keeps first-home buyers, downsizers and investors active. In a steady market, a sharp price and great presentation really shine!
What Canberra prices mean for your commission
ACT agents charge about 2.0% on average (AgentBridge, June 2026):
| Sale price | Typical commission (2.0%) | PLBO from | You keep up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| $523,265 (unit median) | $10,465 | $699 | $9,766 |
| $750,000 | $15,000 | $699 | $14,301 |
| $1,037,766 (house median) | $20,755 | $699 | $20,056 |
| $1,400,000 | $28,000 | $699 | $27,301 |
With PLBO you pay one upfront fee and keep 100% of your sale proceeds.
How to price your Canberra home
- Open your PLBO property comparables report. Recent sales of similar homes near you, so you price from evidence from day one!
- Adjust for the differences: your EER, north-facing living, heating and insulation, solar, renovations, block size, a double garage, and distance to the town centre, light rail or a sought-after school.
- Use your building report: it's already in the contract, so price with it in mind and buyers will see a fair, well-supported number.
- Set a clear asking price buyers can act on.
- Watch the response in your PLBO dashboard and fine-tune in minutes.
- Want extra certainty? A registered valuer can add a formal valuation.
Canberra's many markets
Gungahlin, Belconnen, Tuggeranong, Woden Valley, Weston Creek, the Molonglo Valley, the Inner North and the Inner South each have their own buyers, and even neighbouring suburbs can differ. Your comparables report zeroes in on the sales that matter.
What Canberra buyers love in 2026
- Warmth and efficiency: a strong EER, ducted or reverse-cycle heating, insulation and double glazing
- Sunshine: north-facing living areas and a sunny backyard
- Low running costs: solar panels and batteries
- Location: a walk or ride to the town centre, light rail, schools, the lake or nature reserves
- Space: a study for working from home, a double garage and storage
- Gardens: established trees and autumn colour
Your listing puts these highlights in front of buyers on PLBO and across Domain, view, homely, Soho, realty, onthehouse and allhomes*, including interstate buyers planning their move to the capital!
When to sell in Canberra
| Season | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Spring (Sep–Nov) | Canberra's classic selling season: gardens bloom and buyers come out in force |
| Summer (Dec–Feb) | long, bright days; many buyers settle before the new school year |
| Autumn (Mar–May) | stunning colour and steady demand |
| Winter (Jun–Aug) | fewer listings, so a warm home with a great EER stands out |
With PLBO you pick your launch date. Once your contract, reports and photos are ready, go for it!
Next steps
- Doing it yourself? Read the Canberra DIY selling guide.
- Need to move fast? See selling your house fast in Canberra.
- Ready to list? Compare PLBO packages, from $699 including GST!
*Availability on allhomes.com.au may depend on the property's location, listing type and applicable portal requirements.