Gosnells
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gosnells, WA 6110.
About Gosnells
Welcome to Gosnells
Gosnells sits in Perth's south-eastern suburbs, roughly 22 kilometres from the city centre along the Canning River valley. It's a well-established, family-oriented area that has long attracted buyers looking for larger blocks and established gardens without the price tag of suburbs closer to the city.
With a population of around 21,149 and a median age of 38, Gosnells has the feel of a settled, working family community. It suits first-home buyers, growing families and investors drawn to its mix of older brick-and-tile homes, newer infill development and easy access to the Armadale train line, all set among neighbours like Maddington, Kelmscott, Huntingdale, Camillo and Martin.
Lifestyle & dining
Gosnells has a practical, unpretentious character built around its town centre, local cafes and family-run takeaways rather than a glossy dining strip. It's the kind of suburb where weekends are spent at local sporting clubs, on the river or catching up with neighbours, and the pace suits people who want convenience without the bustle of inner-city living.
The surrounding suburbs of Maddington and Kelmscott add to the local options for eating out and socialising, so residents aren't short of choice when they want to venture just a few minutes from home.
Shopping
The Gosnells town centre serves as the suburb's retail hub, offering supermarkets, specialty stores and everyday services within easy reach of most homes. For bigger shopping trips, residents can head to nearby Maddington or further afield to larger centres in the south-eastern corridor, making Gosnells a convenient base for day-to-day errands and occasional bigger outings alike.
Getting around
One of Gosnells' strongest drawcards is its train station on the Armadale line, which gives residents a direct rail connection into Perth CBD, making it popular with commuters who want to avoid driving into the city. The Albany Highway also runs through the area, linking Gosnells to neighbouring Maddington, Kelmscott and Huntingdale and providing a straightforward route further south or north towards the city.
For those who drive, Gosnells' position along this key arterial corridor means most daily needs, whether work, shopping or visiting family in Martin or Camillo, are only a short trip away.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for, with a solid spread of local primary schools including Ashburton Drive Primary School, Gosnells Primary School, Seaforth Primary School and Wirrabirra Primary School, plus the Catholic option of St Munchin's Catholic School. The Wirrabirra Education Support Centre also provides specialised support for local students, reflecting a suburb that has invested in catering to a range of family needs.
This concentration of schooling options, combined with generously sized blocks, is a major part of Gosnells' appeal to young and growing families looking to put down roots.
Housing & architecture
The current listing mix in Gosnells is dominated by houses, which make up around 85% of stock, with land, apartments and townhouses each accounting for a small slice of the market. Expect a mix of older brick-and-tile homes on generous blocks alongside pockets of newer builds and subdivided lots, giving buyers a reasonable spread of styles and price points within the one suburb.
This housing profile makes Gosnells particularly attractive to buyers wanting a standalone house with a yard, as well as those exploring smaller-scale development or subdivision opportunities on larger, older blocks.
The property market
Gosnells has recorded strong recent momentum, with house prices climbing 16.7% to a current median of $700,000, while units and apartments sit at a median of $613,000. Median rent across the suburb is $620 a week, reflecting solid ongoing demand from tenants as well as owner-occupiers.
That combination of affordability relative to Perth's inner suburbs, strong growth, and consistent rental demand has kept Gosnells firmly on the radar for both first-home buyers priced out of closer-in suburbs and investors chasing capital growth alongside steady yields.
Market snapshot
Gosnells property market
Median sale price
$700k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$620
per week
Gross rental yield
4.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$557k
Median
$700k
Premium
$860k
Days on market
10
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
203
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +21.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Gosnells by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gosnells, WA 6110.
Population
21,149
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,254
median, per week
Median rent
$290
per week
Median mortgage
$1,500
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gosnells
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Gosnells
$765k
3 King Street
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
177A Fremantle Road
Sold ~July 2026
$290k
2/38 Astley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$490k
1/45 WHEATLEY STREET
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
4/31 Astley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$730k
139 Wheatley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$865k
44 Harry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$871k
11 Bardfield Way
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Gosnells suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Gosnells?
The median house price in Gosnells, WA is $700k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.7%.
How much is rent in Gosnells?
The median weekly rent in Gosnells is around $620 per week.
Is Gosnells a good place to live?
Gosnells is a suburb located within the City of Gosnells. Gosnells is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 21,149 and 7 schools in the area.
What is the population of Gosnells?
Gosnells has a population of 21,149 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Gosnells?
There are 7 schools in or near Gosnells, including Ashburton Drive Primary School, Gosnells Primary School and Seaforth Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Gosnells?
Properties in Gosnells take around 10 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Gosnells?
Entry-level properties in Gosnells start around $557k, while premium homes reach $860k.
What suburbs are near Gosnells?
Suburbs near Gosnells include Martin, Maddington, Camillo, Kelmscott and Huntingdale.
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