Fulham Road, Alphington, VIC 3078

Pros:
- very pretty street
- local council recently made the street a no-go zone for non-residents during peak times
- VERY close to public transport and major roads, 15 minute train ride into the CBD.
- close to Station St, Northcote with its strip of award winning restaurants, cafes and retail shops
- plenty of schools in easy reach

Cons:
- heritage issues when building a new house
- the odd crazy person
- close to Grange Rd which is a major road and very busy at peak times
- close to the railway line so train noise can be an issue
- housing prices recently skyrocketed (by 300% in some areas) meaning it may be out of the price range of most families

This is a tree-lined street that is close to all amenities, not to mention gorgeous walks in parklands nearby. The houses vary from new to older houses that have been there for generations, the neigbourhood spirit is friendly and welcoming. Getting your foot in is harder these days with prices sky-rocketing in this area. A wonderful place to bring up family or even great for retirees with public transport so close by plus a quick walk to local strip shopping and also the best butcher in Melbourne, as seen on Takeaway the movie!

Buy here if you can afford it.