National Construction Trends | March 2025
Discover how strategic property types are evolving—and how savvy SMSF investors are staying ahead.
| Property Type | Average Build Cost per m² | 12-Month Increase |
| SDA (NDIS) | $2,864.03 | ↑ $58.99 |
| Rooming House | $2,693.65 | ↑ $201.55 |
| Dual Occupancy | $2,679.02 | ↑ $186.92 |
| Dual Key | $2,479.38 | ↑ $244.81 |
| Duplex | $2,592.02 | ↑ $198.65 |
| Terrace/Villas | $2,451.50 | ↑ $123.45 |
| Town House/Unit | $2,280.76 | ↑ $98.76 |
| Co-Living | $2,270.33 | ↑ $150.22 |
| House and Land | $2,221.92 | ↓ $5.36 |
| Display Home | $285.72 | ↑ $15.62 |
Latitude Insight: Costs are rising across nearly every property category—particularly those suited for dual income or disability support. Now is the time to act before further inflation eats into investor margins.
Metro vs. Regional – Where’s the Smart Money Going?
| Property Type | Metro Build Cost per m² | Regional Build Cost per m² |
| Dual Key | $2,072.11 | $2,926.81 |
| Dual Occupancy | $2,307.17 | $2,814.62 |
| SDA (NDIS) | $2,892.88 | $2,807.45 |
Latitude Tip: Despite higher regional construction costs, investor demand is soaring—thanks to superior rental yields, government incentives, and fast-growing regional hubs.
SMSF Investment Insights – March 2025
At Latitude Property Escapes, we empower everyday Australians to unlock lifestyle, legacy, and long-term cash flow with premium, SMSF-qualified properties.
Hot Trends This Quarter:
- Dual Income Strategies: Dual Key + Rooming Houses remain high-yield favourites
- SDA Investments: Rising costs = rising demand = rising rental returns
- Regional Escapes: Strong growth in areas like Ballarat, Toowoomba, and Central Coast
“Smart investors aren’t waiting for the market to settle—they’re repositioning for growth inside their SMSFs.” — Phil Allen, SMSF Strategist & Founder, Latitude Property
What’s Ahead for Q2 2025?
- Construction costs will likely continue rising—particularly in co-living and dual occupancy.
- Government-backed SDA demand remains stable, with bipartisan support and increasing funding allocations.
- Latitude’s regional projects are gaining traction for both lifestyle-driven investors and SMSF strategists.
Next Steps with Latitude Property Escapes
If you’re ready to escape the ordinary and build a future with financial confidence, book your free 30-minute strategy session with Phil Allen and the Latitude team.
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