Moving from your first home into your second takes consideration and plenty of research into a neighbourhood that suits your growing family’s requirements. Most people won’t stray too far from their current suburb when upgrading their home – humans like routine and comfort!

If you have had a life change such as a new job then you might be looking at swapping your current suburb for a new one, which adds another layer of complexity to your decision making process.

Your Next Chapter

Maybe your family has grown, you’re craving more space for a garden or communal spaces so that everyone has that little bit more breathing space. Upgraders searching for their second home really know what they want and often seek the same things:

• More space
• A safe, secure and peaceful community feel
• A location that doesn’t mean giving up connection to established amenities nearby

For a growing number of Perth families, that next chapter is unfolding in The Glades in Byford.

A Place to Grow Into

Mature trees line the streets, natural pathways and cycle routes connect more than 60 hectares of landscaped parklands and stunning retained bushland at the foot of the Darling Scarp. This connection to the land is already part of daily life here and has been for almost 20 years.

Stay effortlessly connected with The Glades Village Centre that’s always within walking distance no matter where you live in The Glades. You’ve also got both Primary and Secondary schools directly inside the community (plus more nearby), a 5-min drive to Byford Train Station and direct access to main transit routes.

For second-home buyers, stepping straight into an established neighbourhood that’s complete with neighbours who take your bins in for you, who share the same Byford lifestyle like adventuring to the Darling Range on weekends with easy access. Did you know that over 32% of residents who build a new home in The Glades already live locally in Byford? (Source: REA 2026).

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Things to Consider Before You Upgrade

A second residential property purchase comes with its own set of moving parts. A few things worth putting on your radar early:

• Timing the sale of your current home before you submit your EOI or secure your house and land package.
• Stamp duty and other WA-specific costs that can look different for upgraders than first home buyers depending on household income. Speak to your Mortgage Broker or Finance Specialist for your specific needs.
• Using equity from your first home Your Broker or Finance Specialist can assist you with this.
• Land release timing securing your land in the precinct and stage that suits your plans and timeline. Speak to our Estate Manager at The Glades to find out more about the next release, or subscribe to our email database to receive exclusive updates.

The Glades was created for exactly this kind of move. families who want more room in a semi-rural Perth suburb but don’t want to leave behind that community-feel that made their first home feel like home.

Ready to see what your next home could look like? Chat with our team to see your next steps.