1/161 Middleton Road, Mount Clarence WA 6330

2 bed villa | 60sqm compact footprint | built 1980 | entry level Mount Clarence | 1 car park This property sits in a small villa complex in Mount Clarence, a tightly held inner suburb of Albany where detached houses dominate and well-located units are rare. The 2 bed, 1 bath layout with single car space is the classic entry level configuration that attracts first home buyers and downsizers equally, and the compact 60sqm footprint means minimal upkeep and low running costs. The 1980 build is solid but unremarkable, and the villa style offers more privacy than a traditional apartment block while still being low maintenance. For an investor, the implied rental yield sits around 5% based on available data, which is competitive for this location. The school catchment for Albany Primary and Albany Senior High adds further appeal for family oriented buyers. The small land component may limit long term capital growth compared to a detached house, and the value of this property will be heavily influenced by the condition and presentation of the complex itself rather than just the individual unit. Buyers should inspect the common areas and strata management closely, as a poorly maintained complex can drag on individual values. The 2024 sale of a similar unit in the same building at $227,000 contrasts sharply with the more recent $515,000 sale in 2026, which may reflect a significant renovation or a market shift that needs careful verification.