Perth’s coastal apartment wave: Where buyers can find a new home by the sea

With its white-sand beaches, Indian Ocean sunsets and laid-back lifestyle, Perth's coastline has long been among Western Australia’s most desirable places to call home. Now, a wave of apartment developments is creating new opportunities to buy into these sought-after neighbourhoods, from established beachfront enclaves to lively coastal hubs and riverside communities. Perth’s coastline is framed by white-sand beaches and ocean sunsets. Picture: GettyAnd buyer interest is evident. PropTrack data shows median unit prices in Scarborough climbed 14.9% over the year to October 2026, while Fremantle recorded even stronger growth of 21.7%. According to PropTrack senior economic analyst Megan Lieu, affordability is playing an important role in the market. “The general trend is more affordable areas are outperforming more expensive areas,” she says. For buyers considering a coastal address, the options extend well beyond an ocean view, with each neighbourhood offering its own distinct way of life. Sorrento: Beachfront relaxation and marina life Around 20km north of Perth's CBD, Sorrento combines sandy beaches and coastal walking paths with the dining, shopping and boating attractions of nei...