Julian Khursigara
Launceston, TAS+14
Mandurah, WA
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Mandurah's waterway market has unique complexities. Local expertise makes the difference.
Mandurah's canal system creates a complex pricing landscape. A local agent knows which waterways offer deep-water ocean access versus shallow dead-ends - a difference worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Premium canal-front homes in Halls Head and Mandurah rarely hit the open market. Local agents maintain networks with long-term owners considering a sale, giving you access before public listing.
Waterway city with coastal charm
Strong growth
Market
Lifestyle migration
Growth driver
High
Demand
Mandurah is one of Western Australia's fastest-growing regional cities, situated approximately 70km south of Perth CBD. The property market has seen significant uplift since 2021, driven by affordability relative to Perth, lifestyle appeal, and improved transport links via the Mandurah train line. The city centre offers canal-front apartments, established homes near the foreshore, and newer developments further out.
A mix of retirees, young families, and FIFO workers. Mandurah has a growing permanent population as remote work enables sea-change moves from Perth. The median age is higher than the Perth metro average, reflecting its appeal to downsizers.
The Mandurah Estuary and ocean foreshore define daily life here. Fishing, boating, and dolphin cruises are part of the culture. The Mandurah Boardwalk and Ocean Marina provide dining, markets, and entertainment. Peel Inlet offers some of the best crabbing in WA.
Premium canal living
Premium
Market
Canal access
Growth driver
Very high
Demand
Halls Head is Mandurah's premium residential suburb, defined by its extensive canal system that provides private boat access to the estuary and ocean. The suburb consistently records the highest median house prices in the Mandurah area. Demand outstrips supply, particularly for canal-front lots with deep-water moorings.
Predominantly owner-occupied by established families and affluent retirees. Many residents are former Perth homeowners who downsized financially but upgraded their lifestyle. FIFO workers also favour the suburb for its family amenity.
Canal living is the centrepiece - many homes have private jetties and boat access. Halls Head beach is a quiet, uncrowded stretch of coastline. The suburb has good local shopping, and the Mandurah country club golf course adjoins the area.
Where estuary meets ocean
Above average
Market
Coastal scarcity
Growth driver
Strong
Demand
Dawesville sits at the southern tip of Mandurah where the Dawesville Channel connects the Peel Inlet to the Indian Ocean. The suburb offers a quieter, more nature-oriented lifestyle than central Mandurah. Property values have grown strongly as buyers seek waterfront lots at lower prices than Halls Head, though supply is limited by the geography.
Retirees and semi-retirees form the largest demographic, along with families who prioritise outdoor living. The permanent population is growing as new estates fill in the remaining developable land.
The Dawesville Cut is a landmark - a 2.5km engineered channel that transformed the estuary ecology. Fishing from the channel walls is a local tradition. Dawesville has direct access to surf beaches on the ocean side and calm estuary waters on the other.
Affordable coastal entry point
Affordable growth
Market
Value buyers
Growth driver
Strong
Demand
Falcon offers some of Mandurah's most affordable housing while still delivering a genuine coastal lifestyle. The suburb stretches from the estuary foreshore to the ocean, and has seen steady capital growth as buyers priced out of Halls Head look further south. Older housing stock presents renovation opportunities.
Mixed demographic including first-home buyers, retirees on a budget, and investors. Higher proportion of rental properties than Halls Head or Dawesville. Growing owner-occupier presence as the suburb gentrifies.
Falcon Bay on the estuary is popular for families - calm, shallow water ideal for young children. The ocean beach is a short drive. Local shops and the Falcon eyre shopping centre provide daily needs. A quieter, more relaxed pace than central Mandurah.
Value hub near the station
Affordable
Market
Train access
Growth driver
Moderate-strong
Demand
Greenfields is one of Mandurah's most affordable suburbs and benefits from proximity to the Mandurah train station. The suburb has a higher proportion of rental properties and has historically been viewed as an investor market, but owner-occupier interest is growing as prices elsewhere in Mandurah rise. Median house prices remain well below the WA median.
Younger demographic with families and singles. Higher rental proportion than other Mandurah suburbs. Growing first-home buyer presence taking advantage of affordability and train access.
Close to the Mandurah Forum shopping centre for retail needs. Several parks and reserves provide green space. The estuary foreshore is a short drive. Less coastal lifestyle than the waterfront suburbs but significantly more affordable.
Working with a professional follows a clear, structured process designed to give you complete confidence.
A deep dive into your goals, budget, and desired lifestyle. This defines your exact buying criteria and maps out a strategy for success.
The agent activates their network, searching on and off-market. They inspect, vet, and present you with a shortlist of only the best options.
Exhaustive due diligence followed by a negotiation strategy to secure the property for the best possible price and terms.
The agent manages the entire process through to settlement, coordinating with solicitors, mortgage brokers, and inspectors.
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Mandurah station is the southern terminus of the Mandurah Line, offering a 48-minute express service to Perth CBD. The Kwinana Freeway provides direct road access north to Perth.
Mandurah Catholic College, Coodanup College, Mandurah Primary. Frederick Irwin Anglican School (private) in nearby Meadow Springs is popular with families.
Canal-front properties command 30-50% premiums over comparable homes without water access. Properties within walking distance of the train station appeal to Perth commuters. Check flood mapping carefully for properties on the estuary edge - some areas have seasonal inundation risk.
Car-dependent within the suburb but close to Mandurah station (5-10 minute drive). Kwinana Freeway access for Perth commuters.
Halls Head Primary, Halls Head College (public secondary). Close to Frederick Irwin Anglican School and Mandurah Baptist College.
Not all canal lots are equal - deep-water channels that allow ocean access are worth significantly more than shallow-water or dead-end canals. North-facing waterfront blocks with afternoon sun on the water are the most sought-after. Check body corporate fees carefully for any strata canal-front townhouses.
Car-dependent. Approximately 15 minutes to Mandurah station. Old Coast Road provides the main arterial route north to Mandurah CBD.
Dawesville Primary (now closed - students attend nearby schools), Halls Head College for secondary. Some families choose Mandurah Catholic College.
Properties on the estuary side of Old Coast Road have water views and proximity to boat ramps. Ocean-side properties are newer and often on larger blocks. Be aware of bushfire attack level (BAL) ratings on properties backing onto reserve land - insurance costs can be significantly higher.
Car-dependent. Approximately 10 minutes to Mandurah station by car. Bus services connect to the Mandurah interchange.
Falcon Primary, Glencoe Primary. Secondary students typically attend Halls Head College or Coodanup College.
Look for older homes on larger blocks (600sqm+) close to the estuary foreshore - these offer the best renovation upside. The streets closest to Falcon Bay are the most desirable. Avoid properties directly on busy Mandurah Road due to traffic noise. Check for asbestos in homes built before 1990.
Walking distance to Mandurah train station for many properties - this is the suburb's key advantage. Express trains reach Perth CBD in 48 minutes. Good bus connectivity.
Greenfields Primary, Riverside Primary. Coodanup College for secondary. Some families choose schools in adjacent suburbs.
Focus on properties within a 10-minute walk of the train station - these have the strongest rental demand and capital growth potential. Newer townhouses near the station suit the investor profile. For owner-occupiers, look for homes on quieter streets away from Pinjarra Road.
