East Perth is one of the most exclusive suburbs in Australia. Its strategic location near the Swan River has made it a dining haven for food lovers, and its beautiful scenery and proximity to the city means it appeals to those with and without families. If you’re looking to move, there are a lot of suburbs in Perth worth checking out.
Suggested reading: check out our round up on the best suburbs in Perth to find your next home!
East Perth
This is the riverside suburb located on the banks of the Swan River, East of the CBD. It only takes twelve minutes to get to the CBD via public transport and eight minutes by car. Perth property prices vary, but if you’re looking for Perth homes for sale, the median house price in East Perth is $913, 000 and the median unit price is $570,000.
High Gate
High Gate is especially appealing to individuals who like the conveniences of being close to culture while still enjoying the countryside. While feeling slightly removed from the bustle of the city, it’s only two kilometres from the CBD, so you can be back in the city in under ten minutes.
The median price for a house in High Gate is $700,000, and median unit price is $357,500.
Ashfield
Ashfield is located near the banks of the Swan River, eight kilometres from the CBD. Houses in Ashfield are relatively affordable—the median price is $455,000. In Ashfield, residents get to enjoy educational facilities and those who love the outdoors have access to several parks.
Crawley
Located just five kilometres from the CBD, the trip to Crawley by car is around fourteen minutes—twice that using public transportation. The area is especially popular for outdoor activities like swimming and boating. The median house price in Crawley is around $815,000; almost all residents live near a park, and 76% of residents have access to quality education.
Rossmoyne
This suburb caters mostly to the affluent. The median cost of a house here is $1,160,000, and the commute into the city takes over half an hour by public transit. Most residents live near parks, and 59% of residents have educational facilities nearby.
Burswood
Located opposite Perth CBD, this suburb is located on the Swan River. There are many conveniences nearby, including Perth stadium and Belmont Park Racecourse. The median cost of a house in Burswood is $775,500.
North Fremantle
This is one of the most stunning places to live in Perth because it’s bordered by the Swan River to the east and the Indian Ocean to the west. The thirteen kilometre drive to the CBD only takes about thirty minutes by car.
Over half of North Fremantle residents have access to quality education facilities. The median house price is $1,225,000, and the median unit price is $945,000.
Conclusion
There are many reasons to live in the suburbs of Perth. Having access to the alluring beauty of the Swan River and the modern conveniences of the city make these places unique and a good fit for people of all types.
If you’re getting ready to make your big move, check out our post on making a checklist for moving houses in Perth.
