Sydney has bought a former 1883 Anglican church in a remote NSW town for just $80,000, marking one of Australia’s cheapest properties last month.
With plans to restore the sandstone church to its former purpose as a place of worship in the hamlet of Wilcannia, near Broken Hill, the $80,000 estimated sale of 80 Woore Street was a significant cut from its asking price of $129,000.
This sandstone block was one of the cheapest properties to sell in January, even though its new owner won’t be turning it into a home. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The property was among the top three homes to sell for $80,000 or less in January, according to sales data from realestate.com.au.
Property purchases are priced at just a fraction of the cost of the average home in Australia, with the national median house price reaching $883,000 in January according to the latest PropTrack Home Price Index.
From humble shacks to cozy homes and exciting rehabs, here’s a glimpse inside some of Australia’s cheapest places to change hands so far in 2026.
Sandstone heritage church
Advertised as an opportunity to own a piece of history, selling agent Zeth Grant from John B. Grant Real Estate said the church came on the market after its Sydney-based owner realized the difficulties he faced with maintenance work.
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The seller decided to part with the property after experiencing difficulties with the repairs. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
“It obviously needs a lot of work, given its age,” he said.
“There’s a bit of foundation movement on one side. The building itself is about 80sqm, but it’s beautiful sandstone and the building sits on just over 2000sqm.”
This property was snapped up below its $129,000 asking price
Mr Grant said the listing had generated a lot of interest as the new owner was determined to restore it to a place of worship.
A job to be done
Selling for less than a week – to crown Australia’s cheapest house sale last month – was in the Mid-West in Western Australia, selling for $60,000.
The home needs “a lot of work” but the large block offers options, according to its listing. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The listing did not hide that the major works 4 Hunt Street, Three Springs required, the only interior photo of which is of the current and stripped down kitchen.
The three bedroom, one bathroom home is described as ideal for first time buyers, investors, or downsizers
Victoria’s cheapest auction
A major renovation project awaits the new owner of this weatherboard bedroom in the Victorian town of Walpeup, which sits on nearly an acre of land.
Victoria’s cheapest home sale in January has been vacant for eight years. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
An incomplete bathroom, remodeling work, plastering, celling and roof repairs were among a long list of front works at 29 Glen Street, Walpeup, which sold for $115,000.
Selling agent Brett Driscoll of Ray White Mildura said the 50- to 60-year-old property had been sitting vacant for eight years after the seller’s intentions to move from Melbourne changed.
Sellers originally had plans to leave Melbourne. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
“It attracted a lot of people. You can imagine that properties in this $150,000 price range always attract a little attention,” he said.
“We have several offers. The beauty of it is that they were all cash, unconditional cash.”
A humble abode in Mt Isa
A humble and aptly titled ‘regeneration delight’ in Mt Isa was the cheapest property transaction in the state in January, changing hands for $105,000.
Queensland’s cheapest sale in January was this three-bedroom home in Mount Isa. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The three-bedroom house at 112 Abel Smith Parade, Mount Isa has linoleum flooring, a separate dining area, internal laundry, and a bathroom, while the kitchen was ready for an upgrade to include a new stove.
The way of life is waiting
In the Central Highlands, a two-bedroom shack was the cheapest sale in Tasmania at $110,000.
The cheapest sale in Tasmania last month was this two-bedroom shack in the lakeside village of Brandum. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
Situated on the shores of the Great Lake in the popular trout fishing village of Brandum, 10 Jillet Road has two bedrooms and one bathroom on 1625sqm.
This lake is famous for trout fishing. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The small town has a population of just 11, according to Census data, and a median home value of $193,000 according to PropTrack.
Entry level
In South Australia’s Victor Harbour, a studio apartment at 11/11-17 Hindmarsh Road, McCracken, was the cheapest sale in the state last month at $165,000.
The studio apartment offers a glimpse of the sea. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
Described as an “ideal entry into the coastal property market” its highlights include low-maintenance living, and ground floor space with sea views.
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The cheapest capital sale was 13/135 Blamey Crescent, Campbell for $235,000.
A neat and tidy studio apartment for sale for $235,000. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The first-floor apartment boasted a convenient downtown location, and was noted as an “affordable entry” into property ownership.
Northern Territory purchase $190,000
The cheapest Northern Territory sale recorded in January was 36/6 Stephens Road (172), Mount Johns, Alice Springs, for $190,000.
The NT’s cheapest property for sale in January was a studio apartment in Alice Springs. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
It offers recreational facilities and sits at the foot of the MacDonnell Ranges. Photo: realestate.com.au/sold
The one-bedroom, one-bathroom ground floor features 51sqm of living space, and features amenities including a swimming pool, backyard basketball court and barbecue facilities.
