EP. 12 | WA – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026. --- Most investors are still asking the same question about Western Australia. Has Perth already peaked or is there still room for growth in 2026? In Episode 12 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag, Julius & Mudit break down what is really happening across Perth and regional WA and why many investors are now turning their attention west. With Perth house prices approaching the $980,000 mark, rising rents, limited housing supply and strong migration, Western Australia continues to attract investors looking for both rental return and long term growth. The conversation also covers regional hotspots including Bunbury and Geraldton, where strong rental demand, infrastructure activity and mining-led employment continue to support the market. In this episode we discuss • Perth property market outlook for 2026 • Why Western Australia is attracting interstate investors • Perth median house prices and rental trends • Regional WA investment opportunities • Bunbury and Geraldton property growth • Rental yields in Perth and regional WA • How mining and infrastructure projects are shaping demand • Property investment opportunities under $800,000 • Rental growth expectations across Western Australia • Risks investors should understand before buying • The importance of balancing cash flow and capital growth Regional Western Australia recorded strong rental movement over the past year and the shortage of available housing continues to place pressure on prices and rents. The team also discusses why investors should not chase hype blindly and why understanding local economics, supply levels and long term demand matters before entering any market. If you are researching the Perth property market, regional WA property investment or searching for the best property investment locations in Australia for 2026, this episode will give you practical information backed by real market discussion. Subscribe to The Property Portfolio Podcast for weekly conversations around Australian property investing, lending strategy, finance, market trends and portfolio building. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 | Introduction 02:59 | Why Perth Became Australia’s Standout Property Market 05:10 | Buying Affordability in Perth 13:47 | Regional Western Australia and the Power of High Yields 17:38 | Structural Constraints and Rents in Regional WA 33:01 | Tourism, Mining and Lifestyle Driving Regional WA Property 34:13 | Inflation, Interest Rates, and the Future of WA Property 01:00:50 | Perth and Regional WA Property Outlook for 2026