Simple, fast, and affordable: The new path to home ownership in SA

It is about building security, creating a lifestyle, and avoiding the uncertainty of the rental market.

Home ownership can feel daunting, especially for first-time buyers, but new streamlined building options are now making it faster, easier, and more affordable to take that step.

Rising rents and slower wage growth have encouraged many people to consider getting into the market sooner rather than waiting.

Data from realestate.com.au’s Rental Affordability Report 2025 shows a median-income household in SA could afford just 20% of all rental properties advertised between July and December 2024.

This is one reason why more people are exploring new paths to ownership.

Jen Bromley, housing consultant with Fairmont First, says younger buyers are increasingly keen to skip the rental stage altogether.

“We see a lot of people in their 20s still living with their parents, that really want to avoid renting and are keen to get into the market,” she says.

With Fairmont First, Ms Bromley says building a new home is a simple, fast and affordable choice for first home buyers and downsizers, with their fixed-price home and land packages starting from as little as $492,000.*

Getting started

For buyers wanting a smoother entry into the market, Ms Bromley says the build process with Fairmont First is simplified from the first commitment through to receiving the keys.

“Most people are new to buying, so we always start with asking if they have seen a broker, and if they haven’t, we point them towards one,” she says.

“Finances are an important start, and if they aren’t quite ready, the broker can give some guidance on a savings plan.”

Once finances are on track, the team helps buyers decide where they would like to purchase land, or, if they already have land, what style of home suits it best.

Design that works

With Fairmont First, the design process is simplified, with a diverse range of home designs and a choice of curated colour schemes ready for purchasers to simply select, based on their personal style and taste.

It really is a hassle-free way to design your dream home, with the absolute comfort of knowing the end results will just work and will reflect the best of interior design.

Fairmont First have floorplans that feature open plan living, spacious bedrooms, and thoughtful use of space and light.

There are a range of layouts in the Fairmont First range to suit different tastes, lifestyles, block sizes, and budgets.

“We’ere excited to have recently launched new designs, the ‘Vera’ and ‘Henley’, which are bigger homes and have been extremely popular with two living areas and four bedrooms,” says Ms Bromley.

She also notes that everyone that comes into a display is surprised at the value that is packed into every fixed price home.

“Buyers love knowing that Fairmont First homes include everything you need in a home, ready to move in, and included in the price,” she says.

“For those who want to upgrade, items such as stone benchtops and solar are available and affordable. There really is no compromise.”

A faster approach

Having ready-designed floorplans, facades, and interior colour schemes can significantly cut down the pre-construction timeline.

“Fairmont First offers a streamlined pre-construction process, cutting down the time between making a commitment to starting to build, getting you in your home faster,” says Ms Bromley.

Clear upfront pricing also helps buyers budget with certainty.

Buyers can even use Fairmont First’s very own online Design and Price Tool to click their way through floorplans, facades, pre- selected colour schemes, and optional upgrades, with the option to design, and quote their home, online.

Experience and support

For people wanting to escape the rent cycle, a faster track to home ownership can be ideal.

Ms Bromley says choosing a trusted builder is key.

“Fairmont have been around for nearly 60 years. Our values are important to us. You can come and talk to a sales consultant and they’re honest and upfront,” she says.

Having well-presented, fixed price homes, packed with everything you need to just move in, and an experienced team to guide you, makes the journey from the first conversation to move-in enjoyable and hassle free.

“It really is a simple, fast and, affordable process,” she says.

The Fairmont First team is here to help. Reach out today for expert advice, flexible home options and an expert team that puts first home buyers first.