43 Mermaid Way, Heathridge WA 6027
43 Mermaid Way, Heathridge WA 6027
Detached 1980s house | Likely 3-bed family layout | Established northern-suburb street | Solid rental demand | Older build needing possible updates
This property sits within an established Heathridge pocket where detached family housing dominates and the street pattern reflects the suburb’s post-1980s development phase. For a buyer seeking a conventional single-storey house on a moderate block, this location offers the classic northern-Perth package: proximity to local primary and secondary school catchments, a family-oriented neighbourhood character, and a housing form that consistently appeals to owner-occupiers and investors alike. The rental market here is active, with yields around 4% and rent growth trending upward, which suggests the house would suit an investor looking for steady tenant demand or a first-home buyer wanting a foothold in an established area. The older construction era means the internal condition and renovation level will largely determine how quickly it moves and who competes for it.
The property’s value may hinge on how much updating has been done to the kitchen, bathroom, and flooring, since 1980s builds often need modernisation to match buyer expectations. Land size and street position might also influence price, as larger blocks in this suburb tend to attract renovator buyers willing to pay a premium for yard space. The absence of flood or bushfire overlays on nearby records suggests lower insurance and planning risk, which could support a steadier resale position. Buyers should weigh the potential capital expenditure against the suburb’s proven demand for detached houses.
|| Comparable Sales: 23 Mermaid Way sold $955,250; 4 Mermaid Way listed with similar 3-bed layout | Property Price Band: $900K–$1M | Value Drivers: land size, internal condition, renovation potential
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 43 Mermaid Way, Heathridge WA 6027
Checks found:
Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
1
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
Execution Risk
1
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Market Insight
Heathridge presents as a tightly held, high-demand residential market, evidenced by exceptionally low vacancy rates and rapid sales. Strong annual price growth reflects robust buyer competition, likely driven by affordability relative to broader Perth and solid rental yields that attract investors. The market’s velocity, with houses selling in under two weeks, indicates sustained pressure. Future growth is underpinned by this chronic undersupply, though its sensitivity to broader economic conditions remains a key consideration for sustained momentum.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 23 Mermaid Way sold $955,250; 4 Mermaid Way listed with similar 3-bed layout | Property Price Band: $900K–$1M | Value Drivers: land size, internal condition, renovation potential
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
2
Parking
-
Land
481m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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