Mortgage broker Craigieburn

Looking for a mortgage broker Craigieburn? XLOANS is a local Melbourne mortgage broker helping Craigieburn buyers, refinancers and investors compare 40+ lenders — and we do the legwork for free.

Why choose a mortgage broker Craigieburn

As a mortgage broker Craigieburn, XLOANS compares the whole market in one go instead of you ringing banks one by one. We weigh the headline rate against fees, offset features and cashback to find the true best deal.

Whether you're a first home buyer, refinancing or investing in Craigieburn, we match you to the lender most likely to approve your loan at a sharp rate.

What we help with

  • First home buyer loans, grants and the 5% deposit scheme.
  • Refinancing to a lower rate or to access equity.
  • Investment and SMSF property finance.
  • Self-employed, low-doc and specialist lending.

How much can you borrow in Craigieburn?

Your borrowing power depends on income, expenses, debts and dependants — and every lender assesses it differently. We work it out accurately across multiple lenders so you know your real budget for Craigieburn.

Our borrowing power calculator gives you a quick estimate before we refine it together.

Free, local and lender-paid

Our service is free to you — we're paid by the lender and we disclose it. You get local Craigieburn lending knowledge at no cost and no obligation.

One point of contact manages your application, valuation and settlement end to end.

The Craigieburn property market

Craigieburn is one of Melbourne's fastest-growing northern corridors, built largely on newer estates with a strong pipeline of house-and-land packages. Most buyers here are first home buyers or growing families, and construction finance is a regular part of the conversation — staged drawdowns, builder progress payments and interest-only during the build. Established homes in older pockets value reliably; brand-new estates occasionally see valuations land below contract price, which is worth planning for.

Craigieburn property prices & market data

Indicative median prices, rents and growth for Craigieburn (3064) over the 12 months to mid-2025. Figures are a guide only and move with the market.

Property typeMedian price12-mth growthMedian rentGross yield
Houses$660,0002.4%$490/wk3.9%
Units / apartments$480,0001.5%$420/wk4.5%

Example purchase costs in Craigieburn

Worked examples for a first home buyer, an upgrader and an investor — based on an indicative 6.00% p.a. variable rate over 30 years, principal & interest. Your real numbers depend on your situation and lender.

First home buyer — house

$660,000

House in Craigieburn · 5% deposit

Deposit (5%)
$33,000
Loan amount
$627,000 (95% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC), after FHB concession
$13,868
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0 (5% scheme)
Cash needed upfront
$49,868
Est. repayment
$3,759/mo

Within the 5% deposit scheme cap and the Victorian stamp duty concession.

Upgrader

$820,000

House in Craigieburn · 20% deposit

Deposit (20%)
$164,000
Loan amount
$656,000 (80% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC)
$44,270
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0
Cash needed upfront
$211,270
Est. repayment
$3,933/mo

Larger four-bedroom home in a newer estate with a 20% deposit.

Investor

$480,000

Unit/apartment in Craigieburn · 20% deposit

Deposit (20%)
$96,000
Loan amount
$384,000 (80% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC)
$23,870
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0
Cash needed upfront
$122,870
Est. repayment
$2,302/mo

Townhouse let at the suburb median rent for northern-corridor yield.

Estimates only and not financial advice. Stamp duty uses indicative VIC rates and first home buyer concessions; the 5% deposit scheme (First Home Guarantee) waives LMI where the price is within the cap and you qualify. Verify your exact costs with a XLOANS broker or our purchase cost calculator.

Frequently asked questions

This page is general information only and not financial advice. Lending criteria, rates and government schemes change — speak to a XLOANS broker for advice tailored to your situation. XLOANS is a Melbourne-based mortgage broking service.

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