5/131 Hastings Street, Scarborough WA 6019
5/131 Hastings Street, Scarborough WA 6019
2 bed, 1 bath, 59m² flat apartment on level 1 (ground floor) of a 1978 building. No parking. Ocean views opposite a park in South Scarborough near the City Beach border. 48 years old, smaller than typical modern stock, and positioned in an older low-rise pocket surrounded by newer high-density development.
What is competitively strong here is the location and aspect. Ocean views and direct park frontage are genuinely rare at this price point in Scarborough, especially in a pre-1980s building where the floor plan is efficient and the strata fees tend to be lower than in newer towers. The unit sits in a quieter part of the suburb, close to the City Beach border and local shopping, which gives it a more settled feel than the busy Hastings Street core. It suits a buyer who values beach proximity and outlook over parking and modern finishes — typically a downsizer, a retiree, or an investor targeting strong rental demand from professionals who walk or cycle. The older building age means the property is not competing with the premium-priced new stock, but its position and view give it a clear edge over similar-sized units without the aspect.
The lack of parking is the most material constraint here and may limit appeal to owner-occupiers who drive. In a suburb where newer two-bedroom units routinely include one or two car spaces, this unit sits outside that expectation, which could narrow the buyer pool and affect resale velocity. The ground-floor position offers easy access but may raise questions about privacy and noise from the park and street, though the ocean-facing aspect offsets some of that. The building is 48 years old, so buyers should consider the condition of common areas and the likelihood of special levies for upgrades, though no specific issues are flagged in available data. The smaller floor area (59m²) may feel tight for couples working from home, but for a beachside pied-à-terre or rental, it is functional. These factors do not undermine the property’s appeal, but they should be weighed carefully when forming a view on price.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 5/131 Hastings Street, Scarborough WA 6019
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Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
1
Planning Risk
Income Risk
2
Execution Risk
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Market Insight
Scarborough is a premier coastal suburb experiencing robust demand, driven by its appealing lifestyle and proximity to the city. The market is characterised by strong price growth across both houses and units, with houses transacting swiftly, indicating a competitive environment. Future demand is underpinned by its enduring coastal appeal and ongoing development, though its established premium pricing presents a natural constraint on affordability for some segments.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
59m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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