Where to find the first homes going to auction in 2023

The summer auction hibernation doesn’t last long in a property-obsessed nation.

The first vendors of 2023 are preparing to send their homes under the hammer in only a few days.

Traditionally, January is a time for coastal homes to shine, with auctions on the Australia Day weekend aimed at capturing out-of-town buyers who may have fallen in love with their holiday destination.

However, the metro auction market, primarily in Melbourne and Sydney, will be active as of mid-January.

96 Station Street, Pakenham, Victoria
Auction: January 14

$475,000 - $515,000

96 Station Street, Pakenham VIC 3810

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Sellers took homes to auction up to three days before Christmas last year, capitalising on lingering demand from buyers who had missed out during spring or were eager to purchase before interest rates hike again.

The 2023 market won’t officially reawaken until January 28, when most official data-collecting sources will begin to record auction sale results.

However, a handful properties will be auctioned earlier than that, as vendors seek to kick off the new year with a new deal.

These are some of the first properties going to auction in 2023.

37 Watling Grove, Ferntree Gully, Victoria
Auction: January 28

The three-bedroom family home is close to the Dandenong Ranges National Park and has the bonus of secure internal access from the double garage.

SOLD - $773,500

37 Watling Grove, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156

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21 Munro Avenue, Edithvale, Victoria
Auction: January 21

The bayside home is light and bright, with $1.5 million to $1.6 million price hopes, and a backyard deck beneath a pergola for summer barbecues.

SOLD - $1,612,000

21 Munro Avenue, Edithvale VIC 3196

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9 Eric Street, Bundeena, New South Wales
Auction: January 25

The chic five-bedroom home, architecturally designed by Simon Bathgate, has great lifestyle nearby, including beaches and the ferry wharf.

For Sale | Contact Agent

9 Eric Street, Bundeena NSW 2230

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2/43 Hardy Street, Dover Heights, New South Wales
Auction: January 31

The elegant harbour-view home is an entertainer’s dream, with a handsome marble kitchen, a pool and deep terrace overlooking the sparkling city and world famous Harbour Bridge.

SOLD - Price Withheld

Residence 2, 43 Hardy Street, Dover Heights NSW 2030

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24/1A Pioneer Parade, Banora Point, New South Wales
Auction: January 24

With a price guide of $650,000 to $710,000, the two-bedroom apartment will be the sights of first-home buyers, and includes private entry via a front courtyard and lake views.

SOLD - $707,500

24/1A Pioneer Parade, Banora Point NSW 2486

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11/3 Sallywattle Drive, Suffolk Park, New South Wales
Auction: January 27

Bidding for the online, timed auction will open at $1.6m million, according to the listing. The warm, inviting beachside property is only a few hundred metres to Tallow Beach, where dogs are welcome.

SOLD - $1,580,000

11/3 Sallywattle Drive, Suffolk Park NSW 2481

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