Thought some of you might find this of use -
Sydney Morning Herald Good Suburbs Guide
Authors: Nicholls Stephen et al
Introduction:
A Guide for Buyers, Sellers, Renters or Just the Curious
What makes a suburb great? Sure, Sydney: has the most amazing harbour in the world: and some remarkable beaches. It's the: suburbs close to these natural attractions: that command the highest prices - Australian: Property Monitors data shows that Point Piper: ($5.3 million), Darling Point ($3.9 million) and: Tamarama ($3.4 million) have the highest median house prices in Sydney. We have some man-made eye candy, too, in the Bridge and Opera House. But most Sydneysiders don't live anywhere near these icons and consider themselves lucky if they catch a glimpse of them on the way to work or at weekends.
When it comes down to it, most home-buyers and renters base their decisions on much more than beauty. Convenience to work or family will be a priority for many. A suburb has to be accessible - in terms of both transport and price. But if greatness were all about practicality, the 'best' suburbs would be packed full of amenities, such as supermarkets, shops and restaurants, as well as a sense of community - but some of our favourite suburbs don't feature any of these.
While we identify suburbs that, in our opinion, constitute greatness, the fact remains that higher costs - whether they are increased rents, sale prices or mortgages - have made finding the right home more difficult. Whether you're looking for a house or an apartment, The Good Suburbs Guide uses Australian Property Monitors data to help you decide on a suburb that you can not only afford, but that also suits your lifestyle. And as investors again turn their focus to property, the guide offers valuable insights into a suburb's location, rent and prices.
Sydney Morning Herald Good Suburbs Guide
Authors: Nicholls Stephen et al
Introduction:
A Guide for Buyers, Sellers, Renters or Just the Curious
What makes a suburb great? Sure, Sydney: has the most amazing harbour in the world: and some remarkable beaches. It's the: suburbs close to these natural attractions: that command the highest prices - Australian: Property Monitors data shows that Point Piper: ($5.3 million), Darling Point ($3.9 million) and: Tamarama ($3.4 million) have the highest median house prices in Sydney. We have some man-made eye candy, too, in the Bridge and Opera House. But most Sydneysiders don't live anywhere near these icons and consider themselves lucky if they catch a glimpse of them on the way to work or at weekends.
When it comes down to it, most home-buyers and renters base their decisions on much more than beauty. Convenience to work or family will be a priority for many. A suburb has to be accessible - in terms of both transport and price. But if greatness were all about practicality, the 'best' suburbs would be packed full of amenities, such as supermarkets, shops and restaurants, as well as a sense of community - but some of our favourite suburbs don't feature any of these.
While we identify suburbs that, in our opinion, constitute greatness, the fact remains that higher costs - whether they are increased rents, sale prices or mortgages - have made finding the right home more difficult. Whether you're looking for a house or an apartment, The Good Suburbs Guide uses Australian Property Monitors data to help you decide on a suburb that you can not only afford, but that also suits your lifestyle. And as investors again turn their focus to property, the guide offers valuable insights into a suburb's location, rent and prices.