What’s Brisbane Like to Live in?

Brisbane is an adaptable city, providing many lifestyles and living choices. Situated within subtropical, outdoor terrain with an energetic yet friendly community spirit.

The city offers much, with new restaurants and entertainment precincts regularly opening. Furthermore, there are beautiful national parks for hiking, river walks and camping that provide visitors with plenty of outdoor adventures.

West End

The West End is an eclectic inner city suburb filled with cafes, restaurants and bars that celebrates culture through community events and everyday rituals. Perfect for those who love great food and socialising whilst being within walking distance to the river!

Suburbia is home to individuals, couples, families with kids, professionals and students – from singletons and couples living alone, professionals working full-time as well as students studying full-time – professionals and students as well as house and apartment living within quiet cul-de-sacs. Residents appreciate its alternative lifestyle, diverse culture and proximity to rivers and cities as draws.

Craig Barnard, Sales Associate at Position Property interviewed 25 past buyers of West End properties to understand what attracts them to this Sydney suburb. A key theme was time: time to work, spend with family and friends, play sports or simply explore the city – an experience not easily found elsewhere in Australia’s sprawling outskirts.

Hamilton

Home buying is one of the biggest decisions you will ever face, so it is wise to conduct extensive research and pose all necessary inquiries before making your final choice.

The Hamilton area features both large family homes and modern apartment complexes along the riverbank, as well as popular lifestyle precincts such as Portside Wharf cruise terminal, Eat Street markets and Ascot’s Racecourse Road which are only a short drive away.

Hamilton is an affluent Brisbane suburb located approximately 6km north-east of the CBD. This desirable riverside neighborhood is attractive due to its breathtaking city and river views and quiet leafy streets, served by buses, ferries and trains as well as being convenient to airport. Residents have many shopping options including DFO Toombul Westfield Chermside DFO as well as numerous dining establishments offering various cuisines and the Jan Powers Farmers Markets on Queen Street are always popular attractions.

Murarrie

Professionals and families looking for an active, urban lifestyle will find this area suitable. Situated along its scenic riverfront location are stunning apartments, stylish townhouses and classic Queenslander homes; transport links provide quick access to the city centre by bus in approximately 20 minutes.

Brisbane region is also an epicenter for healthcare services and treatments, featuring an abundance of specialists and treatments. Furthermore, due to its proximity to Moreton Bay and Coral Sea, many residents enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle.

Price points vary widely by suburb. Suburbs close to the CBD, riverfront areas and popular school catchment tend to be more costly; however there are plenty of budget options for families. With its sunny weather and laidback lifestyle, Brisbane makes for an attractive relocation choice; however newcomers should do their research and ask plenty of questions before making the leap.

Holland Park

Holland Park, situated south-east of Melbourne’s CBD, is an attractive family-oriented suburb offering quality schools and numerous parks. Home to classic Queenslander houses that are popular among young families looking for easy access to CBD as well as professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with direct transport links, it makes an excellent location.

Whites Hill Reserve provides walking trails and picnic spots. Furthermore, Logan Road boasts numerous coffee shops and boutiques for shopping pleasure. There is also excellent transportation access with tram lines running along Logan Road and buses serving main roads; in addition to this there are tram lines running on Logan Road itself and tramlines along Logan Road providing transport links. Whites Hill Reserve can also provide walking trails.

Holland Park is well served by both public and private schools, boasting some of Brisbane’s premier primary and secondary schools in its region. University campuses and other workplaces can also be easily reached here, while there’s plenty of recreational activity offered through sports clubs and community centres in Holland Park.