Understanding
Titled land

Titled vs. untitled land — what’s the difference, and why does it matter when building your home? We’ve made it easy to understand, so you can feel confident about your options.

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Titled vs Untitled land — What you need to know

It can be a lot to wrap your head around — but we’ve got you

At Homebuyers Centre, we know the building industry can feel overwhelming with all the jargon thrown around, but we’re here to make it simple. One common question is the difference between titled and untitled land—don’t worry, we’ll break it down for you and guide you every step of the way.

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What does titled land mean?

When a block is “titled”, it means the paperwork is sorted, the lot is officially yours, and construction can begin as soon as you’re ready. Think of it as the green light to start your home-building journey.

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What is untitled land?

When a block of land is “untitled” it means that it hasn’t yet been registered and is not ready for building just yet.

At Homebuyers Centre, we like to break it down for you—this means the land developer is still working on things like finalising infrastructure, roads, or services for the area to prepare for titling.

Choosing between titled and untitled land can make a big difference to your home-building journey, especially when it comes to your budget and build timeline.

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The right choice for you

That’s why it’s important to weigh up the pros and cons of each option, so you can make the best decision for your situation. At Homebuyers Centre, we’re here to help make it simple and guide you every step of the way.

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Titled Land Sign

Ready to be built on

Reduced building timelines

Exclusive access to land incentives & rebates

Fixed costs

Untitled Land Sign

Usually more affordable

Less stamp duty

Allows  more time to prepare & save

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Let’s Chat: Finance – Episode 2: Building New

Just finished reading about titled vs. untitled land and still weighing up your options?

In this episode, @tashinvests joins our team to chat about building new — from land types and timelines to how it can fit your lifestyle and budget.

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Frequently Asked - Titled land vs. Untitled land

When a block is “titled”, it means the paperwork is sorted, the lot is officially yours, and construction can begin as soon as you’re ready. Think of it as the green light to start your home-building journey.

Absolutely we can. We build new homes in the best estates, in the happening parts of town. As reputable new home builders in Melbourne and regional Victoria, our strong and long-standing relationships with land developers enable us to offer you the best blocks on the market.

We sure do. By combining the perfect block of land with a home design, we can tailor packages to suit your needs. We can customise packages to suit your budget and ideal location. With low deposit options and partnerships with the best developers in Victoria, we make homeownership accessible.

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