Some properties are better suited to generating steady rental income — typically smaller, well-located residential units or commercial spaces with strong tenant demand — while others may offer more capital appreciation potential, often in emerging locations still developing their infrastructure.

It is uncommon for a single property to maximise both simultaneously, so being clear about your primary goal helps guide which type of property and location best fits your investment.

Some investors deliberately hold a mix of both types across a broader portfolio, balancing steady income against longer-term appreciation potential.