pauls55

“Always be aware that you have the power to create the naturally stress free and tranquil life you deserve.” Anonymous. Hawthorn may not be the place you think of first, but it can be achieved if you are selective in your choice of property. It's interesting that as people grow tired of purchasing a lovely family home, only to find a block of flats or townhouses going up next door, they are turning increasingly to areas where they are safe. The beautiful Urquhart Estate has seen values soar. 11 Urquhart St sold for $3,910,000 in Sept 2017, and 12 Urquhart St sold for $3,601,800 in March 2018. Boroondara has a number of these peaceful gems, the leafy Hassett Estate in Canterbury being another. 31 Maysia St sold for $2,790,000 in Nov 2015 and 7 Catherine St sold for $3,250,000 in April 2017. It can be difficult to get price data on these areas, as they are tightly held, for good reasons. Fantastic schools, public transport, shopping and services abound. The streets are often so quiet at night that you could think you had moved to the country. If you are prepared to search hard and wait for the right home in the right area, you too can live a peaceful life of tranquillity.