Regarding things being overpriced in Sydney.. check out this beauty, not sure what makes it worth $385k compared to plenty of other better stock.. the side extension looks like it was made out of prefab insulated panels from a cool room...
http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-st+clair-113616619
http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-st+clair-113616619