Cottesloe, Perth
Property insights
Cottesloe is one of Perth’s most desirable beachside suburbs, offering iconic Cottesloe Beach, a relaxed village café strip, good public transport to Perth and Fremantle, and a mix of heritage homes and beachfront apartments — ideal for owner-occupiers and lifestyle investors.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Inspect walkability to the beach and café strip — location matters more than lot size
- 2.Confirm heritage overlays and planning controls before buying
- 3.Check strata by‑laws and council rules for short‑term letting if considering holiday rental
- 4.Use a local agent to access off‑market opportunities and up‑to‑date comparables
Common Property Types
- • Beachfront and ocean-view apartments
- • Federation and interwar villas
- • Renovated family homes
- • Townhouses and duplexes
Who Lives Here
Affluent, mixed-age community: families, professionals and downsizers attracted to beachside living and high amenity levels.
Transport
- • Cottesloe railway station on the Fremantle line (regular services to Fremantle and Perth)
- • Transperth bus routes along Stirling Highway and connecting local roads
- • Quick drive access to Perth CBD (~10–20 minutes) and short drive to Fremantle
Schools
- • Cottesloe Primary School
- • Shenton College (nearby)
- • John XXIII College (nearby)
- • Christ Church Grammar School and Presbyterian Ladies’ College (Claremont area)
Amenities
- • Cottesloe Beach and Indiana Tea House
- • Cottesloe Civic Centre and gardens
- • Napoleon Street / Marine Parade café and dining strip
- • Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club
Lifestyle scarcity and limited beachfront supply support long-term capital growth. Best suited to owner-occupiers and long-term investors; check council and strata rules for short-term rentals and redevelopment potential.
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