City Beach: Laid back beachside vibes just 10 kilometres from the Perth CBD

Picture a place where dawn breaks with the sun casting its golden hues over four kilometres of pristine beachfront, where two iconic rock groyne stand as guardians of the surf, and where the salty air mingles with the lively chatter from seaside cafes. Here lies City Beach, a West Australian gem perched on the Indian Ocean’s edge, embodying the quintessence of a life well-lived.

The charm of City Beach extends beyond its shores. Almost half its landscape is devoted to parks and gardens, including the grand Bold Park. This green belt, comprising the Swanbourne Reserve, Cottesloe Golf Club, and Wembley Golf Course, forms a natural cocoon around the suburb, crafting an antidote to urban sprawl.

Living large on the west coast

Scott Swingler, director of Shore Property, identifies City Beach as the lone suburb offering large blocks along the coast between Fremantle and Hillarys. This anomaly has safeguarded its spacious appeal.

“Our coastal lifestyle comes at a lower cost per square metre than Scarborough, thanks to our larger lots and zoning,” Swingler says. “For comparison, properties in Swanbourne or Cottesloe are about double the price for similar sizes, despite being further from Perth.”

Swingler believes City Beach’s current market undervaluation signals promising future growth. Domain’s recent House Price Report shows a median house price increase of 36.1 per cent to $2.45 million over five years.

“People tend to buy real estate for lifestyle and investment, and City Beach covers both these elements entirely,” observes Swingler. “It’s fascinating to see buyers from abroad or the east coast scratch their heads at the value found here, incomparable to other coastal suburbs in Perth.”

Serene and salty suburbia

Joanna Anastos, a proud local, underscores City Beach’s family-friendly nature.

“Having grown up in Dalkeith, my decision to put down roots in City Beach was driven by its ideal suburban qualities for raising a family,” she shares. “It’s a place where safety is paramount, neighbours become friends, and the beach is a central part of our lives.”

For Anastos and other locals, to live in City Beach is to live a good life characterised by splendid weather and simple pleasures.

“The reasons to love living here are manifold, from the comfort of wide streets, the invigorating sea breeze, the melody of birds, and the mesmerising sunsets,” Anastos says. “Nothing beats grabbing the best coffee from the takeaway window of the beachfront cafe Voyage Kitchen or having a private path directly to the beach.”

For sale in City Beach

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28 Challenger Parade, City Beach WA 6015

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Unveiling arguably the best ocean vistas in South City Beach, Horizon House spans three tiers, serviced by an elevator. This masterpiece by architect Mark Aronson features living spaces bathed in views and boasts a north-facing pool and al fresco area for unparalleled leisure.