Scarborough

Look for a genuine local track record, recent comparable sales in your price bracket and a clear campaign strategy. Perth Property Partners is a family agency led by Director Rob Walker, whose results underpin the team's record: Top 1% Salesperson on reiwa.com for five consecutive years, the Grand Master REIWA designation in 2022, four top-10 finishes in the REB Top 50 Agents WA, and recognition as one of the Top 25 Agents in WA by total value sold at the REA Excellence Awards 2024. The team has sold across every segment of the Scarborough market, from beachside apartments and villas to full-sized family homes on the suburb's most sought-after streets, and negotiates over $100 million in property each year. Day to day you will work with Sales Executives Riley and Tom Walker, with Rob's experience behind every campaign.

Scarborough has recorded strong house price growth over recent years, driven by the completion of the Scarborough Beach Precinct redevelopment, constrained land supply and strong demand from both owner-occupiers and investors. The upper end of the market regularly trades above $1.5 million, while the apartment and villa segment has also moved materially, with quality 3-bedroom product regularly achieving above $1 million. Median figures move with the market, so rather than quote a number that dates quickly, we recommend a current read. For an accurate assessment of your specific property or of comparable sales in your street, contact the team directly.

Well-priced, well-presented properties in Scarborough tend to sell quickly when supply is tight. In practice, homes that are correctly priced and actively marketed can attract offers within the first week or two of a campaign. Off-market sales are also a feature of this market, with buyers registered through agencies like Perth Property Partners sometimes purchasing before a property is publicly listed. Overpriced listings tend to sit longer and ultimately sell for less, which is why precise initial pricing is critical. The team's campaign strategy is built around maximising early interest during the peak buyer activity window.

Several factors make Scarborough a strong investment proposition. The completed Scarborough Beach Precinct has permanently lifted the suburb's amenity, driving sustained demand from renters who want the coastal lifestyle without the price premium of City Beach or Cottesloe. The suburb sits approximately 14 kilometres from the Perth CBD with Mitchell Freeway access, making it practical for a wide range of workers. Vacancy rates have remained very tight across the Perth coastal belt, rental yields for apartments have held up well despite rising asset values, and the diversity of stock (from beachside apartments to full-sized family homes) means investors can enter at various price points. Population growth projections for WA's northern suburbs remain positive, supporting long-term capital growth expectations.

The right choice depends on your budget, lifestyle priorities and investment horizon. Houses on full or survey-strata lots in Scarborough have shown the strongest capital growth over the past five years, particularly those on larger land footprints in streets like Stanley, Corbett and Clifton. However, villas and townhouses close to the beach have also performed well and offer a lower entry point with good rental demand. Apartments are suitable for investors seeking yield in a tightly held coastal market or for buyers who want the beachside lifestyle without the maintenance of a full house. The team can guide you through the specific pros and cons for your situation based on current stock and your individual goals.

Scarborough performs well across most of the calendar year given its coastal appeal, but spring (September to November) and early autumn (March to April) typically produce strong buyer activity as conditions are comfortable for open homes and the suburb looks its best. Summer presents a genuine opportunity in Scarborough because the beach and foreshore precinct are at their most attractive, drawing lifestyle buyers who are actively looking. The current Perth market has also shown that well-presented properties sell quickly at any time of year when supply is constrained. The most important factor is not the season, it is the quality of the campaign and the calibre of your negotiator.

Contact the Perth Property Partners team for a no-obligation, personalised appraisal of your Scarborough property. We will visit your home, review recent comparable sales in your specific street and price bracket, assess your property's individual features and present a considered, honest opinion of value and a recommended campaign strategy. This is not an automated algorithm. It is a thorough, face-to-face assessment from a team that has sold hundreds of properties in and around Scarborough. Call 0410 144 211, email rob@perthpropertypartners.com.au or complete the online form to request a time that suits you.