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Moorooka

"Location, Location, Location..."

We bought our first home here in October 2019 and moved into it in January 2020 after the tenants moved out. The things that attracted to this property were mainly LOCATION, transport and value. My partner and I both work in South Bank, so the train is the best way for us to commute - a 12 minute journey and we're there. Love it. On weekends and evenings, a drive into the CBD or South Bank is only 15 minutes. Other things we've discovered since moving here are:

*Fresh produce every Saturday at the Rocklea markets (3 min drive)
*Bulk billing docs, health food store, butchers, produce, Chemist Warehouse also at Rocklea (3 min drive)
*Bunnings Rocklea just a 3 minute drive away
*Oxley Common - beautiful walking tracks in nature, dogs permitted on leash, farmland with cute cows and goats... 5 minute drive
*Graceville and Sherwood, 7 minute drive for cafe culture and quaint boutiques
*Oxley, 7 minute drive also - JB Hifi,The Good Guys, furniture stores, pet stores and a range of other shopping

Yes, the Woolworths on Beaudesert Rd isn't great - but there are so many other options nearby. For large shopping centres - take your pick: Indooroopilly is so close! Mt Gravatt also and I'm told Carindale is also an option although haven't tried it yet. Annerley, Greenslopes and Yeronga are all within reach and each has its own plethora of conveniences to offer.

People who live here are diverse... There are other cultures, social housing etc. But after living in Melbourne and experiencing true diversity, that didn't bother us - it actually is one of the things we liked about Moorooka. There are also families, young professionals and retirees living here. The streets are wide, tree-lined with views to the city skyline. People jog and walk their dogs, just like anywhere else. Don't kid yourself - you aren't buying into Oxlade Drive, New Farm... or Racecourse Road, Hamilton. Buying into Moorooka you are getting a fantastic location at a fantastic price.

For us as first home buyers who wanted to be close to the city, have space for us and our dog and cat, and keep to our budget. Moorooka was perfect for that.

Who lives here?

  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
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