Coastal towns offer beach houses under $700,000 as prices surge

The dream of affordable beach houses is fading in Australia as prices have surged, yet some coastal towns still offer properties under $700,000. In NSW, Nambucca Heads and Eden are the most affordable options, with prices rising by 12 percent in the past year. Victoria's Paynesville boasts a median of $530,000, attracting retirees and sea-changers alike.

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