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Notes from the Perth market.

Market updates, practical guides for owners and tenants, and news from around AZ Property.

Perth Property Market Update July 2026 — Has the Perth Market Started to Shift?
Market Update 5 Aug 2026

Perth Property Market Update July 2026 — Has the Perth Market Started to Shift?

REIWA's July data points to a more balanced Perth market — the median house price rose 2.2 per cent to $950,000, listings are back to long-term levels, and homes are taking a little longer to sell.

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Tax Time Is Here — Property Investors, Don't Forget These 10 ATO Tips
For Owners 5 Aug 2026

Tax Time Is Here — Property Investors, Don't Forget These 10 ATO Tips

The ATO's 2026 Investors toolkit highlights 10 areas landlords should check before lodging a tax return — from initial repairs and loan interest to record keeping and selling.

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Is Australia becoming a mortgage or rent nation?
Buying 8 Mar 2026

Is Australia becoming a mortgage or rent nation?

Australia’s housing landscape is shifting. While most households still own their home either with or without a mortgage, renting is on the rise.

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Perth's market slowdown during last year's festive season
Market Update 8 Mar 2026

Perth's market slowdown during last year's festive season

Listings for sale across Perth fell to a record low of 1,881 at the end of December, according to www.reiwa.com data.

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Where property prices rose most over the past five years
Community 15 Nov 2025

Where property prices rose most over the past five years

The typical house has surged in value over the five years since the pandemic began, defying early forecasts of property price declines exceeding 20 per cent.

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Changes to the first homeowner rate of duty and the off-the-plan duty concession
Buying 15 Nov 2025

Changes to the first homeowner rate of duty and the off-the-plan duty concession

The legislative amendments were introduced into Parliament on 9 April 2025 (https://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/parliament/bills.nsf/BillProgressPopup?openForm&ParentUNID=D83AFDAC0B9A49D248258C67000BE0FE). RevenueWA…

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Federal Budget 2025: Housing initiatives
Community 15 Nov 2025

Federal Budget 2025: Housing initiatives

The Federal Government handed down its 2025-26 Budget last night. It included several measures addressing housing supply and affordability. The key initiatives are summarised below.

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A NEW ERA OF INNER-CITY LIVING HAS ARRIVED IN SUBIACO
Buying 15 Nov 2025

A NEW ERA OF INNER-CITY LIVING HAS ARRIVED IN SUBIACO

We’re excited to introduce a stunning new residential opportunity, now completed in Q1 2025, offering a lifestyle that blends vibrant city living with the calming influence of nature.

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Maximise Your Returns with AZ Property’s Professional Short-Term Rental Management in Perth
Buying 15 Nov 2025

Maximise Your Returns with AZ Property’s Professional Short-Term Rental Management in Perth

Looking to increase your rental income with ease? At AZ Property, we offer premium short-term rental management services in Perth designed to maximise your property's earning potential while ensuring a seamless,…

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Perth’s median house price saw continued growth in April
Market Update 15 Nov 2025

Perth’s median house price saw continued growth in April

Perth’s median house price increased 1.1 per cent in April to $775,000. This was 19.2 per cent higher than at the same time in 2024.

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Perth Property Market Insights in May 2025: Median House & Unit Prices Continue to Rise!
Market Update 15 Nov 2025

Perth Property Market Insights in May 2025: Median House & Unit Prices Continue to Rise!

Perth’s median house price increased 0.6 per cent in May to $780,000. This was 18.0 per cent higher than at the same time in 2024.

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What Does the Rate Cut Mean for Perth Home Prices? Home Buyers & Investors Should Know
Buying 15 Nov 2025

What Does the Rate Cut Mean for Perth Home Prices? Home Buyers & Investors Should Know

When interest rates decline, we are often asked if they will put upward pressure on property prices.

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