South Perth
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Perth, WA 6151.
About South Perth
Welcome to South Perth
South Perth sits directly across the Swan River from the Perth CBD, close enough that the city skyline forms part of the local scenery rather than a distant backdrop. A short hop by ferry, bus or car over the causeway or Narrows Bridge puts residents in the heart of the city, yet the suburb has always felt like its own place, built around the river foreshore, Sir James Mitchell Park and a string of cafes that make the most of that same skyline view.
It's a suburb that tends to attract professionals, downsizers and families who want inner-city convenience without giving up space and outlook. With a median age of 42 and a population of 12,596, South Perth has an established, settled feel, while its apartment towers along the foreshore add a more cosmopolitan layer to what is still, at its core, a leafy riverside community.
Lifestyle & dining
The foreshore is the drawcard: a wide, grassy stretch of parkland running alongside the Swan River with uninterrupted views of the Perth city skyline, popular with walkers, cyclists and picnickers at any time of year. Angelo Street and Mends Street are the suburb's two main dining and retail strips, offering a mix of long-running cafes, restaurants and boutique stores that give South Perth a genuine village feel despite its proximity to the city.
Mends Street in particular has become a destination in its own right, with its outdoor dining scene busiest on weekends when the ferry brings visitors across from the CBD. It's a suburb that suits people who want to walk to brunch, cycle along the river, and still be able to see the city lights from their balcony.
Getting around
South Perth's location is one of its biggest selling points. The Mends Street Jetty ferry service crosses the river to Elizabeth Quay in minutes, and buses run frequently into the city via the Causeway, making car-free commuting realistic for many residents. The suburb also connects easily by road to neighbouring Kensington, Victoria Park and, across the water, Perth, West Perth and Northbridge, all handy for work or a night out.
Subiaco is a further short drive to the west, useful for those who work around QEII Medical Centre or want another dining and shopping option outside South Perth itself.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with South Perth Primary School and Hensman Street Elementary providing public options within the suburb, alongside St Columba's Catholic Primary School for a faith-based alternative. Wesley College, one of Perth's well-known independent schools, is also based in South Perth, giving local families a respected option without needing to leave the area for secondary schooling.
Parks & recreation
Sir James Mitchell Park and the broader foreshore reserve anchor the suburb's outdoor life, offering playgrounds, picnic areas, a heritage-listed Old Mill and space for everything from casual jogging to organised sport. The Perth Zoo, one of the city's most visited attractions, is also within South Perth, drawing families and visitors from across the metro area.
Beyond the river frontage, the suburb's quieter residential streets are well treed and walkable, and the short distance to Kensington and Como opens up further parkland and river access for those who like to explore on foot or by bike.
The property market
South Perth's property market reflects its riverside, near-city position, with a median house price of $1.48 million after growth of 17.5% recently, and a median unit or apartment price of $730,000. Median rent across the suburb sits at $848 a week, underlining strong ongoing demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants drawn to the location.
The current mix of listings, 59% apartments or units, 29% houses, 10% townhouses and 2% land, shows just how dominant medium and high-density living has become here, particularly along the foreshore and Mends Street precinct, while pockets of traditional houses remain in the suburb's quieter inland streets. It's a market that offers genuine choice, from character homes to riverfront apartments, which helps explain its broad appeal across buyer types.
Market snapshot
South Perth property market
Median sale price
$1.48m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$848
per week
Gross rental yield
3.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.06m
Median
$1.48m
Premium
$2.95m
Days on market
22
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
49
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in South Perth by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for South Perth, WA 6151.
Population
12,596
residents (2021)
Median age
42
years
Household income
$2,026
median, per week
Median rent
$375
per week
Median mortgage
$2,200
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in South Perth
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in South Perth
$1.30m
25A Roseberry Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
12/41 Mill Point Road
Sold ~July 2026
$685k
23/27 Mill Point Road
Sold ~July 2026
$889k
57 Swanview Terrace
Sold ~July 2026
$655k
8/1 Brookside Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$581k
5/37 Mill Point Road
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
125/154 Mill Point Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.62m
21 Salisbury Avenue
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
South Perth suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in South Perth?
The median unit price in South Perth, WA is $730k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.0%.
How much is rent in South Perth?
The median weekly rent in South Perth is around $698 per week.
Is South Perth a good place to live?
South Perth is an inner suburb of Perth, the capital of the Australian state of Western Australia. South Perth is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 12,596 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of South Perth?
South Perth has a population of 12,596 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.
What schools are in South Perth?
There are 4 schools in or near South Perth, including Wesley College, Hensman Street Elementary and South Perth Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in South Perth?
Properties in South Perth take around 18 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in South Perth?
Entry-level properties in South Perth start around $499k, while premium homes reach $1.27m.
What suburbs are near South Perth?
Suburbs near South Perth include Northbridge, Perth, Kensington, Subiaco and West Perth.
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