The commercial real estate landscape in the  South West is showing clear signs of opportunity — and for savvy property owners, now is the ideal time to make sure your asset is under the right management.  At JMW Real Estate, our expanding property management team is ready to help you capitalise on these favourable conditions, whether you’re selling or seeking the ideal tenant – we have a solution to assist with your end goal.

A Snapshot of the Commercial Property Market in South West WA

Before we discuss how switching your property management can benefit you, let’s briefly look at what’s going on in the broader commercial property market in the region:

• The industrial sector in the Perth and South West corridor is experiencing extremely tight supply. Vacancy rates have dipped below 0.8 % in core industrial zones, driving strong rental growth and high demand for quality space.
• Median sale prices in the retail sector have risen significantly — for example, one report noted a median price per square metre for retail properties in Perth of around $5,238 (up ~23.8% year-on-year) and noted strong investor activity in the South West sub-region. (Reference article)
• The industrial market saw annual median sale price increases of ~12-15% in recent years, reflecting strong demand and constrained supply. (Reference article)
• In the office sector, smaller strata office spaces (40-80 sqm) in suburban locations are seeing renewed interest from owner-occupiers of professional/medical services. (Reference article)
• Investor interest is shifting toward quality suburban commercial assets, particularly in precincts with good transport links and amenity. (Reference article)

All of these trends point to a market where well-managed commercial property is increasingly valuable — and where your choice of property management partner can make a real difference.

How JMW Real Estate’s Expanded Property Management Team Adds Value

With our growing team, JMW Real Estate is ideally positioned to support you while these market conditions play out:

• Proactive Leasing & Tenant Retention: With industrial rentals surging and retail & office tenants being more selective, we focus on securing high-quality tenants, negotiating strong lease terms, and keeping vacancies to a minimum.
• Tailored Marketing & Lease Strategy: Whether you own a converted warehouse, retail strip centre or suburban office, our team is attuned to current leasing trends (e.g., longer lease terms in industrial, turnkey fit-out demand in offices) and can position your property to meet market demand.
• Data-Driven Rental Reviews & Market Advice: Because sale and lease prices are moving strongly (and differently across sectors), we keep you informed of market shifts — helping you understand when to review rent, upgrade space, or look at repositioning.
• Efficient Asset Management: As leasing markets tighten (especially industrial), maintenance, tenant turnaround and strategic refurbishments are more important than ever. An expanded team means more timely inspections, better upkeep and stronger tenant satisfaction.
• Smooth Transitioning for Switchers: If you’re considering switching your property management to JMW Real Estate, our process is streamlined — we handle the hand-over, engage with tenants, and work to minimise disruption so your property remains fully operational and capitalises on market conditions.

Why Now Is the Right Time to Switch Your Property Management

Given the trends above, here are reasons why now is a strategically smart moment to consider making the move:

1. Tenant markets are competitive – For industrial in particular, tenants are locking in long-term leases amid tight supply. Having a proactive manager ensures your asset is visible and lease-ready.
2. Sale and lease values are rising – With median sale prices up across retail and industrial sectors, proper management ensures your property benefits from value uplift rather than missing out.
3. Investors are showing strong interest – With rising investor activity in suburban commercial stock, a well-managed asset is more attractive for either lease performance or potential sale.
4. You may be missing out with your current manager – If you feel your current property manager is not keeping pace with the market, communicating effectively, or strategically managing your asset, you risk lower returns, longer vacancies, or sub-par lease terms.
5. Switching is easier than you think – At JMW Real Estate, we make the transition straightforward. Your tenants stay in place, operations continue, and you benefit from our fresh energy and expanded team.

What JMW Real Estate Can Do for You — Keyword Focus: Property Management, Commercial Property Leasing, Commercial Property Buying

When you partner with JMW Real Estate, here’s how we support your commercial property journey:

• Full-service property management: From leasing strategy to tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination and reporting.
• Commercial property leasing: Targeted marketing, lease negotiations, renewal programmes and minimised vacancy periods.
• Commercial property buying & investment advice: If you’re looking to grow your portfolio, our team offers insights into emerging opportunities in the South West WA market — whether that’s an industrial warehouse, suburban office or retail asset.
• Transparent reporting and communication: Regular updates, market insights and a dedicated team member so you always know how your investment is performing.
• Strategic asset planning: We help you identify when to review lease terms, undertake upgrades, reposition tenancy mix or consider sale options — so your property aligns with broader market trends rather than lagging behind.

Ready to Make the Move?

If you own a commercial property in South West WA or are thinking of investing in one, now is the opportune moment to ensure your asset is being managed with foresight, agility and excellence. With JMW Real Estate’s expanded property management team, you’ll benefit from industry-leading support, market-driven advice and a partner who’s as invested in your success as you are.

Switch your Commercial or Residential Property Management to JMW Real Estate today and take control of your commercial investment with confidence. Contact us for more information.

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Article written by Farrah Greville, Marketing Coordinator, JMW Real Estate