Ten houses for sale on reiwa.com close to a top performing school

Trying to buy the right property can be a daunting process, especially if you are looking for a home for your family or are planning to have children down the track.

The community, the size of the house and its proximity to public transport, universities and schools are just some features that need to be considered when house hunting.

For families, buying in an area where there is a good school close-by is highly desirable. Not only is it convenient, but also the property is more likely to be a good future investment.

Here are 10 houses for sale on reiwa.com all less than one kilometre away from a top performing school in WA.

1. Perth Modern School

The top-ranking school in 2019 based on academic performance was Perth Modern, with a median ATAR score of 96.75. Perth Modern is a public, co-education school located in Subiaco.

This four-bedroom character home is located in the heart of Subiaco and just a couple of streets away from the high achieving high school.

The house is family-friendly with a large outdoor entertaining area and is situated on a quiet residential street.

If you are future planning for your family, or relocating with your current children who are about to enter school, moving to a house that has Perth Modern, Subiaco Primary School and Bob Hawke College all at its doorstep is a smart move for your family and your property.

View Subiaco's suburb profile.

2. Hale School

Hale School is a selective independent, Anglican day and boarding school for boys, located in Wembley Downs, a coastal suburb of Perth.

It is also one of Perth's top 10 performing schools scoring a median ATAR of 92.85 in 2019.

Wembley Downs is a popular option among families due to its friendly community, sporting facilities and open park spaces.

Another highlight of the suburb is its access to good schools, including Hale School.

The two-storey family home 10a Sulman Road, is an eight-minute walk to the highly regarded boys' school and is also just a few minutes away from the beach and several other local primary schools. It is perfectly situated for any family to enjoy all its close amenities.

If you don't feel like getting sandy at the beach, the property also has its own pool and with the house guarded by security gates, you can safely let the children play in the back yard.

View Wembley Downs' suburb profile.

3. Christ Church Grammar School

Students who attend Christ Church Grammar School are among some of the top highest achievers in the state, with the median ATAR in 2019 coming in at 92.5.

Located in the prestigious Western Suburbs, Claremont is a reputable suburb for families and boasts community and investment appeal for those looking to buy in the area.

The stunning 2/61 Bay View Terrace, Claremont is situated just 0.4 kilometres away from Christ Church Grammar School as well as just 0.6 kilometres away from its sister school, Methodist Ladies College, another highly ranked private school.

But the options don't stop there with another seven schools to choose from all within two kilometres of this Bay View Terrace home.

The large two-bathroom, three-bedroom town house has it all to keep any family amused, with a pool, spacious backyard, a park across the road and is just a few minutes away from Claremont Quarter and Cottesloe Beach - what more could you want?

View Claremont's suburb profile.

4. Saint Mary's Anglican Girls' School

In the northern suburbs, Saint Mary's Anglican Girls' School is one of the top performing private school's for girls located in Karrinyup. In 2019, the school's median ATAR was 91.15.

A traditional house you are likely to see in Karrinyup is 18 Duke Street with 728 square metres of modern character and open plan living, taking advantage of the northern light.

The choice is yours with St Mary's Girls School and Hale School close by and in the catchment for both Churchlands Senior High School (SHS) and Carine SHS, all highly sought after schools giving your children the best education.

Deanmore Primary School is just 500 metres down the road and adjacent to the property is Trigg Park Bushland.

View Karrinyup's suburb profile.

5. Presbyterian Ladies College

Next is 40 Leake Street, which is a beautifully restored and renovated federation home in Peppermint Grove and just a 500 metre walk to the prestigious Presbyterian Ladies College (PLC).

More commonly referred to as PLC, the ladies college recorded a median ATAR of 90.75 in 2019. It also has Cottesloe Primary School and Saint Hilda's Anglican School for Girls all within one kilometre.

In addition, this majestic home is surrounded by beautiful parks and playing grounds, tennis and golf clubs and some of Perth's premier retail and shopping precincts.

A house is much more than just a roof over your head, it's a place where you watch your family grow and it represents a lifestyle that you choose for your family - and this property represents just that.

View Peppermint Grove's suburb profile.

6. Shenton College

Buying close to a school has many perks. It's ideal for your family as children do not need to commute far and it also has benefits for your property's value.

With some public schools, like Shenton College, if you live in the surrounding catchment area, you are more likely to get a place at the school than if you didn't.

Last year, Shenton College ranked in the top 10 with a median ATAR of 88.55.

11 Waylen Road is situated on Shenton Park's most sought after street and is just a 600 metre stroll from Shenton College.

This charming home is the perfect house to create memories in, with a cosy feel interior and a beautiful canopy of trees protecting the backyard - it's the perfect white picket fence lifestyle.

View Shenton Park's suburb profile.

7. Rossmoyne Senior High School

Rossmoyne Senior High School is one of the top achieving public high schools and has an extensive performing and visual arts and sporting program.

The school's median ATAR in 2019 was 88.05, making it a top academic public school.

75 Fifth Avenue in Rossmoyne is for sale and presents an excellent option if you are looking for something more affordable, that's still central to a variety of schools.

It's the perfect humble home for a smaller family or young couple in a friendly neighbourhood.

View Rossmoyne's suburb profile.

8. Willetton Senior High School

Just a stone's throw away from Willetton SHS is 141 Pinetree Gully Road, a large five bedroom, three bathroom home.

With Willetton Senior High School ranking high in 2019 with a median ATAR score of 87.55, you could be sending your children to school just 300 metres away from your home.

This property also has another three primary schools all less than an 800 metre walk away.

View Willetton's suburb profile.

9. Saint Hilda's Anglican School for Girls

This stunning mansion is equipped for any size family. Located two kilometres from Saint Hilda's Anglican School for Girls and another eight schools within its vicinity, is 24 Saddington Crescent.

In 2019, Saint Hilda's scored a median ATAR of 89.7, placing it in the top 10 performing academic schools.

This gorgeous southern European style house with river views is the perfect home to accommodate a large family.

Its prime location will also make it a good investment, with Mosman Park being a popular suburb among buyers and renters.

View Mosman Park's suburb profile.

10. Ursula Frayne Catholic College

This three-bedroom unit is perfect for smaller sized families on a lower budget.

With a prime position in Victoria Park, 1/29 McMillan Street is central to shopping precincts and is 600 metres away from Urusla Frayne Catholic College.

Ursula Frayne Catholic College produced high academic results in 2019, scoring a median ATAR of 88.9. It is the top high school in Victoria Park and also has a primary school nearby.

Whether you have a smaller family or you're a young couple with small children, you can be rest assured that you will have good schooling options just down the road.

View Victoria Park's suburb profile.

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