Acreage For Sale WA: Farmbuy.com Buyers' Guide
The median price per hectare of farmland in Western Australia increased by 19.3 per cent to $3,066 in 2020, with land values reaching record highs in the state, bolstered by a better-than-expected season, according to the latest Rural Bank Farmland Values Report. This follows growth of 29.1 per cent in 2019.
Strong demand in the Northern and South Coast regions of WA drove the state's median price per hectare higher. Median price per hectare increased by 21.7 per cent in the South Coast region and 20.5 per cent in the Northern region.
Growth in median price per hectare was recorded across all parcel size segments in WA in 2020. The smallest parcel size range (50-250ha) saw a rise in the median price per hectare of 13.7 per cent to $5,796, with these properties highly sought after in coastal regions or near large regional centres.
Acreage For Sale Central WA
The median price per hectare for farmland in Central WA increased by 13.3 per cent in 2020 to $3,314. This was the fourth consecutive year of growth and followed a 12.3 per cent increase in 2019.
Corrigin and Wyalkatchem led the municipalities with the greatest year-on-year increases.
Transaction volume increased in all parcel sizes except for those between 250-500ha. The small parcel size range of 50-250ha reported the strongest increase in transaction volume which corresponded to a rise in median price per hectare of 19 per cent to $4,170.
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Acreage For Sale Northern WA
The median price per hectare for farmland in Northern Western Australia saw an increase of 20.5 per cent in 2020 to $1,310 per hectare. This followed a decrease of 9.3 per cent in 2019.
Perenjori and Irwin recorded strong growth in median price while Morawa, Northampton and Dalwallinu declined.
Growth in the median price per hectare was recorded in all parcel sizes except for the greater than 1,500ha parcel size range. Parcels within the 50-500ha range had the highest 10-year CAGR at 7.6 per cent, followed closely by the 1,000-1,500ha parcel size at 6.7 per cent. This shows that there was demand for smaller and medium-sized properties, perhaps as additions to existing holdings.
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Acreage For Sale Eastern WA
The median price per hectare of farmland in the Eastern region of WA increased by 16.6 per cent in 2020, to $820 per hectare.
Farmland values were mixed across municipalities. Kulin, Nungarin and Yilgarn recorded strong growth in median price per hectare. In contrast, Merredin and Narembeen recorded a small decline in median price per hectare.
The median price per hectare increased for each parcel size in 2020 except for the 500-1,000ha parcel range, which decreased marginally by 2.5 per cent. The median price per hectare of smaller acreage lots (50-500ha) jumped by 11.1% per cent to $824.
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Acreage For Sale South Coast WA
The median price per hectare for farmland in the South Coast region of WA increased by 21.7 per cent in 2020 to $4,145 per hectare, with land values in most areas of this region trending higher.
Albany and Plantagenet saw the largest growth at municipality level, with modest growth in Gnowangerup, Kent and Ravensthorpe also contributing to the stronger median price per hectare for the region. In contrast, Esperance and Jerramungup recorded a decline but only accounted for 18 per cent of transactions which was unable to offset the growth in other municipalities.
Strong growth in median price per hectare for smaller parcels was a key driver of the increase in the median price per hectare for the South Coast region, with 50-250ha lots up by 12.9 per cent to $8,251.
The 50-250ha parcel size range made up 39.8 per cent of transactions in 2020, up from 32.6 per cent in 2019.
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Acreage For Sale South West WA
The median price per hectare for farmland in the South West region increased by 11.5 per cent in 2020 to $9,099 per hectare. This more than regained the losses from 2019 when values fell by 6.6 per cent. The performance of land values across the region was mixed, where Boddington and Manjimup showed the greatest growth in median price per hectare across the region’s municipalities. Collie, Denmark, Dardanup, and Waroona reported a decline.
The South West saw a decrease of 40.6 per cent in the number of transactions greater than 160ha in 2020. Small parcels between 50-80ha also declined by 17 per cent year-on-year. As a result, medium-sized parcels accounted for a greater percentage of transactions.
The median price per hectare of smaller acreage lots (50-80ha) rose by 6 per cent to $9,951; while the median price of 80-120ha lots increased by 9.4 per cent to $10,367.
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Acreage For Sale WA: 25 Gerardhi Rd, Nannup
Rustic hilltop retreat
Very private 100-acre property located in the Nannup Hills, approximately 10 minutes from the town.
A natural and rustic retreat that has been crafted from local materials to appreciate its scenic surroundings. Constructed from stone, mud brick and coffee rock, this cottage is one of a kind and full of character. Features include a bathroom with mosaics, handmade rock bath, in-built woodfired pizza oven and natural timber beams used throughout.
Huge shed and workshop plus separate undercover alfresco area is the perfect spot for entertaining and to take in the views and peace of the bush. With large Marri and Yarrah trees and everlasting views over the Nannup hillside you can really appreciate the native flora and fauna of the area.
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Acreage For Sale WA: 21 Walden Close, Gidgegannup
Sweeping valley views
Located in a quiet cul de sac location, this delightful property has everything you could wish for and a whole lot more.
Set on just over five acres, the property boasts a delightful home which could accommodate the largest of families with ease, a secondary one-/two-bedroom fully self-contained ancillary dwelling, large shed, bore and a stunning decked pool.
Added bonuses include sweeping valley views, productive bore and a rainwater tank - all just minutes from the Gidgegannup township and an easy 50-minute drive to the Perth CBD.
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Acreage For Sale WA: 85 Carinyah Road, Pickering Brook
Luxury day spa and resort
An incredible opportunity has arisen to acquire Western Australia's premier semi-rural luxury day spa and resort located in the Perth Hills, 30 minutes from the city. "Hidden Valley" is not only a landmark acreage property, but an absolute jewel of an enterprise created and nurtured by the current owners over many years.
Positioned on 13.5 acres of lush pasture and bushland, this unique property comprises a sprawling primary residence boasting three spacious bedrooms, luxurious bathroom, large open-plan living area, and beautiful outdoor entertaining area; a luxurious day spa with four deluxe spa treatment rooms, a reception and relaxation lounge, and licensed commercial kitchen; and five beautifully appointed, self-contained spa lodges.
Already a thriving and highly profitable business, Hidden Valley Eco Lodges and Day Spa offers exciting potential for continued growth and additional services.
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Acreage For Sale WA: 458 Elleker-Grasmere Road, Elleker
Private oasis
This is a unique secluded property located just five kilometres from a world-renowned beach and island; and only 15 minutes drive from the City of Albany.
Tree change? Seachange? This has both with million-dollar views included.
A wildlife paradise for an array of native animals and extensive flora such as Karri, Jarrah, Marri trees, and other natural vegetation with spectacular views of The Porongurups, Torbay, Many Peaks and Lake Powell. The property was previously used by a wildflower grower with more than 4000 Banksias planted in a number of blocks; plus over 100 fruit trees, with irrigation supplied via a submersible pump in a new bore.
The property also includes an enormous chicken coup, vegetable garden beds, a 6kw solar system, numerous sheds, powered workshop, machinery shed, garden shed with undercover caravan parking, and even a serviceable stable and tack room with new fencing and roofing. Machinery including tractor, implements, mowers, etc along with furniture is included in the price.
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Acreage For Sale WA: 1275 Viveash Road, Swan View
Stunning family home
This stunning family home is for those with discerning tastes and an eye for the finer things in life. Perched on a hillside overlooked by the wonderful and imposing John Forrest National Park, the house itself is spacious and is set on a big block of more than two hectares.
With separate parents' and children's wings, you can enjoy a bit of privacy in your spa or dressing room when you need to, and you've also got plenty of native bush surrounding the house as a buffer from even your closest neighbours.
The resort-style pool complete with waterfall and cabana will easily become a favourite feature. Enjoy it all to yourself or invite friends around for a splash before enjoying drinks under the shade of the gazebo-style entertaining area.
There's also a paved terrace for days when the weather really turns it on, or the spacious dining room warmed by the cosy wood fires when it's cold out. And no matter the time of year, wine enthusiasts will be thrilled by the cellar with plenty of space to show off even the grandest collection.
Other features include scheme water plus 460,000-litre water tank; three-phase power and 5Kw solar panel system; separate shed with commercial kitchen; extra ancillary vehicle park; fully fenced.
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