Situated 10km from the Perth GPO.

Renowned for its surf beach this suburb is divided into two main areas, City Beach and South City Beach.  Both suburbs are made up of a collection of iconic 60's and 70's style homes along with modern day masterpieces.  A selection of shops and resturants can be found at the main shopping precinct at City Beach central.  Karrinyup Shopping Mall is only a short drive away down West Coast Highway.

Median House Price:  $1,650,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  City Beach Primary School (08) 9385 9006, Kapinara Primary School (08) 9385 9022, City Beach Snr High School (08) 9385 8011, Holy Spirit School (08) 9341 2551.

Situated 10km from the Perth GPO.

When people think of Claremont they will often think of St Quentin's Avenue filled to the brim with boutique stores, bars and restaurants.  This thriving hub of the western suburbs is home to the new Claremont Quarter, including WA's flagship Coles store.  Many homes in this part of Perth are federation style and date back to the turn of last century.  Some homes still retain the original features such as polished floorboards, fireplaces, ceiling roses and verandas.  Claremont has the added benefit of being on the railway line with a direct fast service into the heart of the city.  With the Swan River on the doorstep, Perth's most prestigious private schools throughout and the famous designer label shopping precinct, Claremont is truly a premium location.

Median House Price:  $1,374,500 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Claremont Primary School (08) 9384 0293, Christ Church Grammar School (08) 9442 1555, Graylands Primary School (08) 9384 0278, East Claremont Primary School (08) 9384 0766, Methodist Ladies College (08) 9384 0766, Gumnut Montessori School (08) 9385 1482.

Situated 12km from the Perth GPO.

This premier beachside suburb is home to some of Perth's finest residents.  Many homes are located on tree lined streets that come alive with playing children during the weekends.  The beachside strip has a feel of community with its surf life saving clubs dotted along the foreshore along with numerous cafes.  Local residents make the most of "their" beach with families enjoying the pleasure of the beach throughout the summer months and beyond.

Median House Price:  $1,800,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Cottesloe Primary School (08) 9384 2426, Presbyterian Ladies College (08) 9242 6444.

Situated 6km from the Perth GPO.

A beautiful gentile suburb that hugs the foreshore of the Swan River.  Dalkeith has often held the title of having Australia's most expensive piece of real estate (that of Jutland Parade).  Homes in this area are set on large mature blocks many with river views.  The shops on Waratah Avenue have been rightly titled as The Village.  A collection of necessity shops as well as the quintessential local coffee house makes strolling in this area a delight.

Median House Price:  $2,662,500 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Dalkeith Primary School (08) 9386 3710, Edith Cowan University 13 43 28.

Situated 7km from the Perth GPO.

The name Floreat has the meaning of "let it flourish" and that is exactly what has happened to this area.  The Commonwealth Games were held here in 1962 and from the initial sporting village the area has thrived and flourished.  Floreat benefits from a large undercover shopping area called The Forum as well as it's own beach aptly named Floreat Beach.

Median House Price:  $1,092,500 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Floreat Park Primary School (08) 9387 1548, Newman College (08) 9204 9444.

Situated 15km from the Perth GPO.

Mosman Park is a delightful area set between a narrow strip of land with the Swan River to one side and beaches to the other.  The area can be characterised by expansive homes set on manicured gardens, many with views over the river.  The river at this location becomes an aquatic playground with a number of Yacht Clubs choosing this site as their homes.  Sailing boats can often be seen racing on this stretch of waterway with families gathering for picnics on the foreshore.

Median House Price:  $1,350,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Mosman Park Primary School (08) 9384 6667, Iona Presentation College (08) 9384 0066, Saint Hildas Anglican School for Girls (08) 9285 4100, Presbyterian Ladies College (08) 9424 6444.

Situated 9km from the Perth GPO.

Another area which has two very distinctive parts to it.  The older more established part which is found on roads such as Rochdale and Strickland to the ultra stylish homes found around St Peters Square.  This pocket of Perth has an enviable position of being close to both the beach and the city.

Median House Price:  $1,215,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools: Graylands Primary School (08) 9384 0278, John XXIII College (08) 9383 0400.

Situated 6km from the Perth GPO.

The Califonian Bungalow is the most common style of home found in this area.  Wonderful tree lined avenues gives this part of the Western Suburbs an established feel.  Stirling Highway divides Nedlands into two sections, north and south of the Highway.  On the southern side many homes are still located on a quarter acre block whilst smaller "low maintenance" blocks can be found on the north side.  With the highway central to Nedlands this area is very well serviced for both shopping and transportation.

Median House Price: $1,487,500 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Nedlands Primary School (08) 9386 2278, Loreto Primary School (08) 9386 7009, Shenton College (08) 6380 2188, Christ Church Grammar School (08) 9442 1555, Hollywood Primary School (08) 9386 2343. 

Situated 4km from the Perth GPO.

The residents of Shenton Park certainly realise that they are onto a good thing living in this quiet neighbourhood.  Possibly one of Perth's best kept secrets in terms of a place to call home in the Western Suburbs, Shenton Park has been able to sneak under the radar in terms of development.  With Lake Jualbup taking centre stage the local amenities fan out around surrounding roads.  Onslow Road is home to most of the local shops and cafes.  Quaint federation and weathboard homes mix effortlessly with the clean lines of architecturally designed structures and all of this only 5 minutes away from the CBD.

Median House Price:  $930,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools: Jolimont Primary School (08) 9387 2622, Rosalie Primary (08) 9381 6011.

Situated 4km from the Perth GPO.

Thought of as one of Perth's "cappuccino sububs", Subiaco is home to many restaurants, bars and shops.  This buzzing area of town has a more cosmopolitan feel about it unlike some of its more sleepy neighbouring suburbs.  The area is also well known as the home to the Premier Football Champions, the West Coast Eagles, who make their home at Subiaco Oval, which takes pride of place in the middle of town.

Median House Price:  $1,140,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools: Subiaco Primary School (08) 9381 5078, Perth Modern School (08) 9380 0555.

Situated 10km from the Perth GPO.

A picturesque suburb located on the shores of the Indian Ocean.  Swanboune homes range in style from the federation era to modern day creations.  Swanbourne is probably most famous for Scotch College a prestigious boy's school located in the Allen Park area of the suburb.  Many playing fields and sporting amenities surround this particular nook of Swanbourne.  The beachside area with its stunning coastal strip is located a short stroll away across the West Coast Highway.

Median House Price:  $1,210,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools: Swanbourne Primary School (08) 9385 5033, Scotch College (08) 9384 1466.

Situated 2km from the Perth GPO.

West Perth is a central business district also filled with restaurants and cafes and many luxury apartments.  Easy access to public transport, and walking distance to the City provides the best of both worlds.  The suburb also offers diverse living with ever changing streetscapes catering for both first home buyers right through to luxurious, up market living.  Not to mention Kings Park is right on the doorstep with its many recreational offers.

Median House Price:  $ 632,500 (Year to March 2009)

Situated 6km from the Perth GPO.

Heading north west out of Subiaco sits the town of Wembley.  Including the surrounding areas of Wembley Downs, Leederville and West Leederville, this area has a collection of both Californian Bungalow style housing along with Federation Grand Dames.  Bold Park, The Wembley Golf Course, along with the near by beach at Floreat means that there is always a sporting event going on in this pocket of Perth.  Local shopping can be found as well as the shops of Subiaco and the Floreat Forum near by.

Median House Price:  $850,000 (Year to March 2009)

Local Schools:  Wembley Primary School (08) 9383 9388, Lake Monger Primary School (08) 9387 4536, Churchlands Senior High School (08) 9383 9022