Hi all
I've searched existing threads on western Melbourne and many of you seems to look at Sunshine and Cooks Point amongst others, but not many talk about Altona/Alton North / Altona Meadow. Is that because of demographic or price?
I am based in Sydney but for work reasons may need to relocate to Melbourne in 1.5-2ys time. Office will be at Altona.
Q1: buy to rent then move in later.
I'd get a newish/brand new townhouse, get the most depn for the next couple of years, then move in once relocated. In that case I'd prefer Altona for access to school shops and beach, but price is higher because I'd be looking at 3-4br place to live in.
Would u recommend this? Or buy something to invest, and look for something else to live in later (ie 1 now 1 later)?
Q2: opinion and preference Altona vs Altona North vs Altona Meadow
Which would u recommend if to live in? what if it's for investment?
Q3. Satuary Lake looks lovely and some are similar prices as Altona. Would Melbourne tenants rent there and therefore worthwhile to consider this an option for investment? Would owner occupier like to live there?
I do plan to fly out and check the area out next month but would love some local insights given I'm based in Syd. Thanks all!!
I've searched existing threads on western Melbourne and many of you seems to look at Sunshine and Cooks Point amongst others, but not many talk about Altona/Alton North / Altona Meadow. Is that because of demographic or price?
I am based in Sydney but for work reasons may need to relocate to Melbourne in 1.5-2ys time. Office will be at Altona.
Q1: buy to rent then move in later.
I'd get a newish/brand new townhouse, get the most depn for the next couple of years, then move in once relocated. In that case I'd prefer Altona for access to school shops and beach, but price is higher because I'd be looking at 3-4br place to live in.
Would u recommend this? Or buy something to invest, and look for something else to live in later (ie 1 now 1 later)?
Q2: opinion and preference Altona vs Altona North vs Altona Meadow
Which would u recommend if to live in? what if it's for investment?
Q3. Satuary Lake looks lovely and some are similar prices as Altona. Would Melbourne tenants rent there and therefore worthwhile to consider this an option for investment? Would owner occupier like to live there?
I do plan to fly out and check the area out next month but would love some local insights given I'm based in Syd. Thanks all!!