Why First Home Buyers Love Brunswick (Suburb Spotlight)

Thinking about buying your first home in Melbourne? If Brunswick isn’t already on your shortlist, it should be.

At Nude Home Loans, we’ve seen a huge spike in first home buyers keen to get into this inner-north favourite. And we totally get it — Brunswick has that perfect mix of vibe, value, and location that’s hard to beat.

Let’s take a look at why Brunswick is such a standout in 2025.

🏡 Brunswick at a Glance

• Median apartment price: ~$620,000

• Median house price: ~$1.3M (units = better entry point!)

• 6km from Melbourne CBD

• Two major tram lines + Upfield train line

• Bustling with cafes, parks, bars, art, and community markets

Why First Home Buyers Are Flocking to Brunswick

1. Inner-North Location Without the Attitude

Brunswick has all the perks of an inner-city postcode without the full-blown price tag of Fitzroy or Carlton.

You’re still close to everything:

• 15–20 mins to the city

• Trams down Sydney Road + Lygon Street

• Walkable to Melbourne Uni

It’s ideal if you’re over renting in Richmond or Northcote but still want that lifestyle.

2. Community Vibes

Brunswick is lived-in. It’s not flashy or over-designed — it’s real, and the locals like it that way.

Expect community gardens, food truck nights, vintage stores, and dog-friendly everything.

Our clients say it best:

“We wanted somewhere that felt creative but grounded — and Brunswick had that mix.”

3. Apartment Options That Actually Work

Houses in Brunswick are competitive (and pricey), but apartments are still relatively accessible.

For first home buyers:

• 2-bed apartments under $650k

• Lots of renovated and new-build options

• Close to parks, stations, and good coffee (essential)

We’ve helped dozens of Nude clients crack into the Brunswick market with 5–10% deposits and clever loan structuring.

4. Growth + Stability

Brunswick has a long track record of growth — and it’s not slowing down.

Even as other areas wobble, the suburb’s strong rental demand, uni access, and location keep values solid.

It’s the kind of suburb you can comfortably buy into and grow with.

The Loan Landscape: Why You Need Speed in Brunswick

Good places go quick here.
We’re talking:

• Pre-auction offers

• Mid-week private inspections

• Fierce competition

If you’re not pre-approved, you’re already behind.

At Nude, we help you:

• Get finance ready before you inspect

• Find lenders who work fast

• Structure your application to stand out

A clean, well-supported offer (with pre-approval attached) can often beat a higher bid.

Is Brunswick Right for You?

Brunswick could be the go if you:

• Want inner-city lifestyle without inner-city snobbery

• Prefer cafes, bikes, art, and live music over lawns and leaf blowers

• Can compromise on space but not on vibe

• Want long-term growth + liveability

Not ideal if you need a backyard, private driveway, or hate the sound of trams. (But hey, we’ve got suburb picks for that too!)

Want to Buy in Brunswick?

Let’s make it happen.
We know the lenders, the loan types, and the tricks to get your offer accepted.

👉 [Book your Brunswick Buyer Strategy Call with Nude Home Loans]

We’ll get you suburb-smart, finance-ready, and ahead of the competition — all without the stress.