41 Trafalgar Road, East Perth WA 6004

3-car garage in a tight street | long-held single ownership | premium finish for downsizers | 216sqm block with 203sqm home This property presents a rare buying proposition in East Perth: a near-full-site dwelling with three-car accommodation, last transacted in 1997, meaning the current vendor has held through multiple cycles and is pricing from a low cost base. The configuration — 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, substantial internal area on a modest land parcel — suits downsizers or professionals seeking lock-and-leave luxury without sacrificing space. The street’s low turnover, high owner-occupier ratio (85%), and small number of properties reinforce scarcity; comparable offerings in this pocket are infrequent, which strengthens a buyer’s negotiating hand if inspection volumes remain low as indicated. The primary risk is the size inconsistency across portals (3 vs 4 bedrooms, 203 vs 230sqm), which may reflect a flexible room used as a study — buyers should verify the legal floor area and room count before committing. The land-to-building ratio is tight, limiting future extension potential, though this is offset by the home’s already generous footprint. The older demographic skew in East Perth (38% aged 60+) supports stable neighbourhood character but may narrow resale pool to similar life-stage buyers. The school catchment (Highgate Primary, Bob Hawke College) adds family appeal without being a primary driver at this price point.