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All About Mount Richon, Armadale, WA, 6112

Mount Richon, a serene suburb of Armadale in Western Australia, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and suburban living. The housing market here comprises a mix of character homes, newer builds, and spacious properties, many of which enjoy picturesque views of the Darling Range. In recent years, the area has seen steady activity with moderate growth in property values, making it an appealing option for both families and investors looking for opportunities outside Perth’s bustling city center. Buyers are often attracted by the affordability compared to inner-city suburbs, coupled with the potential for future growth as Armadale undergoes further development and revitalization.

Living in Mount Richon offers a peaceful community atmosphere with the convenience of proximity to essential amenities. Residents enjoy easy access to a range of local schools, parks, and shopping centers like the Armadale Shopping City, catering to everyday needs. The natural bushland and nearby Wungong Regional Park also provide excellent outdoor recreational opportunities, ideal for hiking and picnics. The suburb is well-connected by public transport through the Armadale train line, ensuring straightforward commutes to Perth and surrounding areas. Overall, Mount Richon offers a balanced lifestyle with the charm of suburban living enriched by the natural beauty characteristic of this part of Western Australia.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $307.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $2009.67
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.73
Average Household Size 2.56
Average Age 46.33
Average Income $715.78
Average Cars Per Dwelling 2.12
Average Properties Within 50M 45
Typical 1 bed house$273,000
Typical 2 bed house$482,000
Typical 3 bed house$709,000
Typical 4 bed house$932,000
Typical 5 bed house$924,000
Typical 6 bed+ house

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Mount Richon Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Mount Richon? Now could not be a better time, with 1052 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $833,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $154,000 to $1,197,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 22 Km.

Consistent high demand relative to supply is a key feature in Mount Richon driving regular price increases. Recent rapid price increases however may constrain future growth by limiting demand. Incomes in Mount Richon are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. Low average earnings from people in Mount Richon leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Medium density in Mount Richon necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. High industry presence in the wider area is a double-edged sword. While local employment options are high, the presence of industrial buildings may negatively impact lifestyle perception. Demand from first home buyers and investors however ensures good price growth.

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Local Schools

Pioneer Village School

Armadale Education Support Centre

Armadale Senior High School

Armadale Primary School

Australian Christian College - Darling Downs

John Calvin Christian College

Gwynne Park Primary School

Gwynne Park Education Support Centre

Neerigen Brook Primary School

Dale Christian School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Mount Richon there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

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Mount Richon weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan0.617.532.228.476.55.528.9
Feb0.717.832.231.178.35.225.4
Mar0.616.330.133.281.44.720.6
Apr1.112.926.239.089.33.715.2
May3.19.12243.293.53.512.0
Jun4.28.319.647.495.03.810.2
Jul5.68.218.449.396.83.910.2
Aug4.37.418.650.197.14.012.8
Sept3.08.720.447.295.44.417.6
Oct1.210.623.539.890.04.623.4
Nov0.813.227.033.186.25.027.5
Dec0.315.230.228.681.25.130.9

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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