Over the last few years, Perth’s property landscape has changed dramatically. The median house price for an established property in Perth has crept over $900,000 a year (according to UDIA) due to the increased demand and scarcity of available properties on the Perth house market. With an ever-increasing population, Perth housebuyers are understandably looking for smart, alternative ways to enter the property ladder.
A possible solution to Perth’s problem is Dual-Key homes. Dual Key homes not only allow for better utilisation of land but also are a great option for families looking to accommodate multiple generations under one roof while still having their own space and privacy.
How Do Dual-Key Homes Help Address Housing Scarcity
With a limited amount of land available in Perth and ever-increasing demand in high-growth corridors like Alkimos (Shorehaven) and Sinagra in the North, or the coastal stretch of Madora Bay in the South, land is at a premium. Dual-key allows you to secure a larger footprint in these desirable postcodes by sharing the investment. Building a dual-key home allows you to join in with family on purchasing and building a new home together without having to buy multiple plots of land.
How Do Dual-Key Homes Help With the Cost of Living
Mortgage repayments in 2026 are increasing as a result of the increased costs of buying a home, as well as the increase in interest rates. By building a dual-key home, you will be able to combine multiple incomes into one property, increasing the size of the deposit you have. Some families are even using dual-key homes as an alternative accommodation option for their older children who are struggling to get on the property ladder. Giving them their own home inside a home.
Alternatively, many owners of a dual-key home use the property as a source of income or payment towards their mortgage, being able to rent out the self-contained unit. The versatility of a dual-key home can also help increase the value of your home, making it an attractive option for investors and future buyers.
Why Should I Consider a Dual-Key Home by New Choice Homes?
In a market where rental vacancies are at historic lows, the traditional single-residence home model may no longer be the only way forward for homebuyers. Our dual-key home designs, such as The Harmony (perfect for 12.5m wide blocks) or The Legacy (for 15m wide blocks), feature premium inclusions across two kitchens, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, and throughout the home, ensuring that “dual living” never feels like a compromise on quality.
By leveraging WA’s updated R-Code provisions for Ancillary Dwellings, we can now design these high-yield homes on a wider range of lot sizes than ever before with less red tape.
If you are considering building a dual-key home in Perth, start at New Choice Homes. We combine award-winning design with our expert in-house finance team to help you build a home that offers you a great lifestyle and financial security.
