Seventy suburbs across Australia have been named top growth hotspots for 2024–25 – and WA features prominently across every price bracket. From affordable outer-ring areas to high-demand lifestyle suburbs, Perth is well represented. This article breaks down the list by price range, so whether you're buying, investing or just curious, it's worth checking to see if your suburb made the cut, and where you might look next if it didn’t.

After holding steady at their last meeting, the RBA is now almost certain to cut interest rates in August, with new data showing inflation continuing to ease and unemployment edging higher. This article explains what’s driving the shift, and includes expert forecasts on whether more cuts are likely – and when they might happen. If you’re a mortgage holder or planning to buy, it’s well worth a read.

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With housing affordability under pressure, more families are turning to multigenerational living – where parents, kids and even grandparents share a home. Popular in other cultures, this setup is gaining traction in Australia as a practical way to reduce costs, pool resources and strengthen family connections. This article explores the growing trend, its potential benefits, and how it could play a role in easing the housing crisis.

Facing the classic dilemma of whether to sell your current home or buy your next one first? This article explores both options clearly and practically. It looks at factors like current market conditions, financial risk, timing and the potential need for bridging finance. For some, selling first offers certainty about your budget – while buying first can give you flexibility in a fast-moving market. If you're weighing an upgrade, move, or downsize, this piece offers sensible guidance to help you decide which path is right. Click on the link to read the full breakdown and expert insights.

Sales activity was down 2.9% in Perth during the week ending 27 July with 776 transactions recorded. On closer inspection, house sales were down 10.5%. However, unit and vacant land sales were up 13.1% and 24.7% respectively. 

Perth’s highest sale price:  Woodlands – $2,362,000

Perth’s lowest sale price: Mandurah – $450,000

Listings
There were 3,373 properties for sale in the metropolitan area for the week ending July 27, which is 15.1% lower than 4 weeks ago but 2.7% higher than the same time last year.

Top performing suburbs – sales

• Baldivis: 19
• Armadale, Como: 13
• Cockburn Central, Gosnells: 11

Top performing suburbs – rentals

• Perth: 24
• Baldivis: 20
• East Perth: 16
• Scarborough: 15
• Eglinton: 13

Perth rental market
REIWA members reported 2,399 properties for rent at the end of last week, which is 2.4% down on the previous week, similar to 4 weeks ago and 4.3% lower than the same time last year. Leasing activity decreased by 6.9% since last week, with REIWA members reporting 703 properties leased. This number is 5.4% lower than 4 weeks ago and 1.7% higher than a year ago. 

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