Introduction
Welcome to my guide on the cheapest Perth suburbs to buy any type of property in. We have had a massive surge of customers from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and other major cities booking in our specialised interstate building and pest inspection service. We do like to chat to our customers and it turns out people are moving to Perth in droves. The surging living costs(thanks scomo!) caused by increasing interest rates have forced many people to consider relocating from other major cities across Australia such as Sydney and Melbourne. Fortunately, Perth has plenty of affordable options for those who are looking to buy a property. Remember, before you buy, don’t forget your interstate building and pest inspection and hire a specialist interstate property lawyer/conveyancer to make sure your contract is solid.
The Top 8 Most Affordable Suburbs in Perth
If you are looking to buy a property in Perth, you need to bloody well read our article about “The Truth About Perth’s Best and Worst Suburbs“. We have collated average house sale prices from over 10,000 building inspections we have performed over the past year. Here are the top 8 cheapest suburbs in Perth if you are looking to reduce your living costs and perhaps even looking to relocate to Perth from the eastern seaboard:
1. Armadale
Armadale is one of the most affordable suburbs in Perth and offers a great opportunity for buyers to get onto the property ladder. It is located approximately 28 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 13,600 people. The median house price in Armadale is around $300,000, which is significantly lower than the median house price in Perth.
2. Bentley
Bentley is a suburb located approximately 8 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 9,000 people. It is known for its affordable housing options, with the median house price around $340,000. The suburb is well-connected to the city center via public transport, making it a popular choice for those who work in the city.
3. Bullsbrook
Bullsbrook is a suburb located approximately 35 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 5,000 people. It is known for its peaceful and rural lifestyle, with many properties offering large plots of land. The median house price in Bullsbrook is around $360,000, which is significantly lower than the median house price in Perth.
4. Camillo
Camillo is a suburb located approximately 25 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 4,000 people. It is known for its affordable housing options, with the median house price around $265,000. The suburb is well-connected to the city center via public transport, making it a popular choice for those who work in the city.
5. Greenfields
Greenfields is a suburb located approximately 75 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 9,000 people. It is known for its peaceful and family-friendly lifestyle, with many properties offering large plots of land. The median house price in Greenfields is around $290,000, which is significantly lower than the median house price in Perth.
6. Kewdale
Kewdale is a suburb located approximately 7 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 6,000 people. It is known for its affordable housing options, with the median house price around $390,000. The suburb is well-connected to the city center via public transport and is located near the Perth Airport.
7. Leda
Leda is a suburb located approximately 40 kilometers from the city center and has a population of around 4,000 people. It is known for its affordable housing options, with the median house price around $280,000. The suburb is well-connected to the city center via public transport, making it a popular choice for those who work in the city.
8. Lockridge
Lockridge is a suburb located approximately 11 kilometers from the city center and touted as the one of the best bargains in Perth when compared to potential future value.
Things to be aware of before buying in Perth
Did you know that Perth is known for its termites? Yep, seriously! Many older houses do not have sufficient termite protection and the natural ecosystem of Perth is somewhat perfect for our subterranean friends. Our building and termite inspections for interstate buyers regularly uncover termite damage and signs of termite movement. That’s why hiring a specialist interstate building inspector is so important, because we understand we are your eyes and ears on the ground. Check out what we recently uncovered in a house in Como for a customer wanting to relocate from Melbourne. As you can imagine, after seeing our inspection report, they wisely chose another property.