If you’re looking to purchase a house in Forrestfield now is a great time to buy, with 3,734 properties currently for sale in Forrestfield and surrounding suburbs. Situated 15 kilometres from Perth, Forrestfield is home to 12,690 residents across 17 square kilometres.
A perfect location for individuals, couples or families, Forrestfield is located near the following local schools; Darling Range Sports College, Dawson Park Primary School, Forrestfield Primary School, Heritage College Perth, Hillside Christian College, Woodlupine Primary School and conveniently serviced by the following public transport, No train service train station and Bus Service to Perth CBD.
With an annual growth rate of 27.7%, Forrestfield’s residents pay a median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,858 with a median house price of $657,500. See our suburb profile for more information. You can also browse Forrestfield rentals or sold properties and view our list of real estate agents with houses for sale in Forrestfield.
Forrestfield is a suburb of the City of kalamunda and is 15 kilometres of the south-east of Perth. Local folklore suggests that the name comes from Charles Hale who settled here in 1902 and planted a crop amongst the trees. A neighbour referred to him wanting a forest and a field at the same time and the name was later applied to the area. A Forrest Field Progress Association was formed as early as 1927 and the name is shown on plans as Forrestfield for 1944.
Forrestfield is home to the Hartfield Park Recreation Centre which includes an indoor stadium for various sports, an 18-hole golf course, equestrian centre, nature park and lake. The main shopping centre known as the 'Forrestfield Forum and Marketplace' is home to 52 stores. There are a range of other retail establishments scattered throughout the area.
There are also a range of primary and secondary schools in the area and construction is currently underway on the Forrestfield-Airport Link which is scheduled to open in 2021 and will connect Perth Airport with the city. A Forrestfield train station is included in this development.
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