First home buyers are "less likely to be affected" by Sydney's housing price and unit downturn as historically affordable areas have increased, a property expert says.

The cost to buy a Sydney property is no longer at record levels, but that doesn’t mean buyers are keen to dip their toe in as experts tip further falls.

First home buyers are "less likely to be affected" by Sydney's housing price and unit downturn as historically affordable areas have increased, a property expert says.