Buying in Adelaide: Where to buy and why?
When it comes to buying a new home, location is key. After being named the most liveable city in Australia in 2020, the property market in Adelaide is continuing to evolve and reach new records each and every day. As a home buyer, understanding the property market when buying a house in Adelaide is pivotal.
Although it can be confusing and overwhelming, making an informed choice is crucial for the longevity of your investment. Whether you are looking to invest, buy your forever home or even research properties for rent, there is sure to be a property for sale for you.
When looking to buy a home, everyone’s considerations are going to be different. Most importantly, but not limited to:
- The commute to work
- Surrounding schools that cater to the needs of your children
- Proximity to city
- Public Transport
No one likes to make their life revolve around work, but it is worth taking into consideration your commute times and options when researching properties for sale. Although it may not phase you, some long commutes are not ideal especially if you have children as you also need to take into account drop off at childcare or school. This also will get you researching schools in the area, and what best suits your family. If you are looking to buy an investment property, this research is still helpful as it provides you with advertising information. With the continually developing public transport system Adelaide has to offer, you’re likely to have a bus, train or tram line within close proximity to you. This will help in those commute to work discussions, as there may be a simple solution right outside your front door.
Millswood
Where the city meets the sea, Millswood truly provides you with the best of both worlds. Its desirable parks and wide, leafy streets is a key reason for the growth they have seen. You also have access to shopping along King William Road as well as an abundance of cafe’s, restaurants and wine bars. It truly does provide you with everything you need right on your doorstep.
Glenelg
Waking up to the soothing sounds of the ocean’s waves and ending the day with a picturesque sunset is the dream. It may seem worlds away but with trams running frequently throughout the day you can be in the city within 20 minutes. Whether it be a beachfront home or a high-rise apartment, Glenelg provides both. The desire for a change in 2021 saw the median house price in Glenelg rise by over 25%, with no indications it will slow down anytime soon.
Aldgate
Continually increasing demand not only for families but also retirees looking to sit back and relax, doesn’t come as a surprise when you see all that Aldgate has to offer. It really does have such a warm and cosy feel about, with a range of parks and outdoor spaces as well as conveniently close shopping precincts. As improvements to the freeway are coming to an end, it has made a massive difference in travel time to and from Adelaide. Particularly after the pandemic, many people are searching the property market for a house that offers an alternative lifestyle which Aldgate is able to provide.
Port Elliot
It feels like worlds away, but a short 1 hour drive will see you driving down the main street of Port Elliot. There is an extensive selection of properties for sale, all nestled in a quiet part of the coast. Not only does it provide a picture perfect location to call home, it is also a great investment option if that is what you are looking to do.
Whether you are looking to buy your forever home, wanting to downsize, researching investment properties or looking for properties to rent, knowing where to buy in Adelaide is key. You want to make sure you understand the market as it is constantly changing. New developments are constantly becoming available, so knowing what you are looking for and in what area, will allow you to focus your research and stay up to date.
Here at Lofty Building Group, we have houses and projects all around the state. Get in touch with us today and we can get started on your buying journey.
