Perth Couple Achieves Dream of Gated Community Living

Michael and Lisa had always dreamed of living in a secure, gated community but assumed it was out of their reach as first-home buyers. The couple, both working in healthcare, were renting a small apartment in Perth and struggling to save for a deposit on their dream home.

"We'd drive past these beautiful gated communities and think 'one day,'" says Lisa, a registered nurse. "But with property prices in Perth and the deposits required, it felt like that day would never come."

Michael, a physiotherapist, explains their frustration: "We were good savers, but every time we got close to having enough for a deposit, property prices would go up again. It felt like we were chasing a moving target."

The couple had been renting for 4 years, paying $420 per week for a 2-bedroom apartment. While they loved the location, they craved more space and the security that comes with gated community living.

"We heard about GettaHome through a colleague who had successfully bought through their program," says Lisa. "At first, we thought it sounded too good to be true - buying in a gated community with no deposit?"

After their initial consultation, the GettaHome team helped them understand their borrowing capacity and identified several gated communities within their budget. The search process was thorough but efficient.

"The team understood exactly what we were looking for," says Michael. "They didn't just show us any properties - they focused on gated communities that matched our lifestyle and budget."

Within 10 weeks, they had secured a beautiful 3-bedroom townhouse in a prestigious gated community. The property featured modern finishes, a private courtyard, and access to community amenities including a pool, gym, and tennis court.

"Walking through the gates of our own community for the first time was incredible," says Lisa. "We have 24/7 security, beautiful landscaped grounds, and amazing amenities. It's everything we dreamed of."

The couple's mortgage repayments are only slightly higher than their previous rent, but they're now building equity in a premium property. "We went from renters to owners of a property in one of Perth's most sought-after communities," says Michael. "GettaHome made our dream a reality."