alexmccarthy

I've lived in Footscray since 2009 and can honestly say, hand on heart, it's an excellent place.

Leafy streets, with an enchanting mixture of old and new housing are complimented by plenty of green spaces, and quiet retreats from the hustle and bustle of the central business district.

With mouth watering offerings from Ethopia, Vietnam, Thailand, Korea, The PRC, Hong Kong, India, to name but a few, I think I can successfully argue that Footscray has some of the best food in Melbourne on offer, at a fraction of city prices, so eating out becomes a healthy norm.

If you feel like working yourself in to a lather over what to purchase. then head to the HighPoint shopping centre, and if you feel like working up a sweat, Footscray has several excellently appointed gyms. Too much shopping put you out, over did it at the gym, then you'll be pleased to know Western Hospital is just around the corner and is ringed with top class medical professionals.

All in all, the existing lay out works well, but local and Federal government are pumping millions of dollars in to Footscray (which has been earmarked for rapid expansion), meaning things are only going to get better.

Mark my words, ten years from now, you won't be able to touch a house for less than $850,000!