Western Australia Rental Investment Insights

Western Australia averages a 4.3% gross long-term rental yield on a A$788,187 median 3-bedroom house, with A$2,958 monthly rent. Yields range widely across the 240 suburbs in our dataset; the city guides below cover the markets investors most often ask about.

Property tax averages 0.2% of value across the state. Regulatory environments vary by city, with short-term rental rules in particular being a city-by-city question rather than a state-wide one. Each linked city guide covers its specific regulations, suburb-level yields, and total operating costs.

City Markets Covered in Western Australia

• Perth Short-Term Rentals Gross 72% More Than Long-Term

Browse the dashboard Free preview, every suburb in Western Australia

Western Australia State-Level Snapshot

State-level medians smooth across very different markets. For example, in Western Australia the spread between top-yielding suburbs in cheaper metros and premium metros often exceeds 6 percentage points. Click into any city guide above to see suburb-level rankings.

Data reflects market conditions as of April 2026. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Regulations and market conditions change frequently. Verify current rules with local authorities before making investment decisions.