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Thinking about selling in the next few months? This guide explains the best month and season to sell a house in Perth, why Perth’s timing looks different to the east coast, how school terms and long weekends affect open-home turnout, and what the Perth property market means for you. You’ll also get a simple 90-day seller timeline, micro-timing tips by property type, and the best day of the week to launch. By the end, you’ll know when to list and what to avoid so you can sell with confidence in Perth’s unique conditions.
Key Takeaways November is the standout month on average nationally, and Perth typically follows this spring uplift. February–March are strong alternatives, catching motivated post-holiday buyers without the December–January lull. (Backed by PropTrack’s seasonality and Perth’s climate pattern). Perth sale times are extremely fast in 2025 (median 8 days in September), so market momentum can trump seasonality, if comparable homes near you are selling quickly, act. Stock remains tight, so well-presented listings stand out and sell faster. Perth’s climate (hot/dry summers, wetter winters) plus school terms and public holidays shape open-home turnout, avoid mid-Dec to mid-Jan and big long weekends.
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Perth’s Mediterranean climate shapes how homes look and how buyers behave. Summers are hot and dry; winters are cooler and wetter. That affects photos, garden appeal, and how comfortable open homes feel. In hot months, buyers prefer later, cooler inspections; in winter, they want warm, bright rooms.
The school calendar and public holidays also matter. Family buyers are more settled during school terms. On long weekends and in school holidays, some people travel or are busy with kids’ activities, so open-home turnout can dip. When you shortlist your launch week, cross-check the WA Department of Education term dates and the WA Government public holiday calendar so you don’t launch into a quiet patch.
Each season has simple pros and cons. Use the notes below to decide when your home will look and feel its best.
Gardens look fresh, days are longer, and more buyers are active. November is regularly the best month for sellers nationally (on average), and Perth usually rides that spring uplift. If you can, aim to be listed by late October so your first two Saturdays land in early–mid November.
Outdoor living, pools and alfresco areas shine, great for lifestyle buyers. But mid-December to mid-January often goes quiet while people travel or switch off. Activity usually rebounds in late January, with February a strong month once buyers are back in routine.
Cooler temperatures make openings pleasant; many buyers re-engage with clear heads after the holidays. March (and early April) can be an excellent alternative to spring, just avoid the Easter long weekend.
There’s often less stock in winter, so a well-presented home can stand out. If the market is running hot (fast sale times), winter can still deliver a great result. Style for light and warmth and time opens for the best daylight.
A seasoned Perth agent will help you avoid quiet weeks and plan twilight opens in hot weather. Get a step-by-step schedule tailored to your street.
Best days to go live: Tuesday or Wednesday. Your listing is fresh for weekend planning, and you can hold your first open on Saturday. This simple mid-week to Saturday rhythm is what most buyers expect.
What to avoid (and why):
Before you lock dates, double-check the WA school term page and the WA Government public holiday calendar so you’re not swimming against the tide. If you must launch in a hot spell, add a twilight open mid-week to boost comfort and turnout
Follow the market, not just the month. In September 2025, Perth houses sold in a median of 8 days extremely fast. When similar homes near you are selling in one to two weeks, waiting for an ideal month can mean missing active buyers right now. Use seasonality as a guide, but let current demand drive your call.
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Tip: Method of sale should also reflect demand. WA remains overwhelmingly private treaty, with auctions only ~2% of sales, best used for unique, tightly contested homes.
Selling works best with a simple plan. Use this 12-week checklist. It keeps you on track and avoids school-holiday and long-weekend clashes.
See typical costs like marketing, styling, conveyancing and agent commission and tweak the numbers to match your price range. Walk into week one with a clear budget.
Selling in Perth is about picking a week that suits your buyer and riding current demand, not just waiting for a “perfect” month. Use the seasons to present your home at its best, avoid long weekends and school holidays, and launch mid-week so your first Saturday open is busy. If similar homes near you are selling quickly, lean into the momentum with sharp pricing and strong photos in week one.
November is usually the best month nationally, and Perth often follows that spring lift. February–March are also strong once buyers return after holidays.
Spring and early autumn work well. Homes look great, days are longer, and opens feel comfortable. In hot months, lean on twilight opens.
List when your local data and recent sales say buyers are active. In 2025, low stock and fast sales often beat waiting for a particular month.
Private treaty is the default in WA. Auctions can work for unique or highly sought-after homes in select suburbs. Ask your agent for suburb-level proof either way.
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