Selling points: Ferntree Gully is a great suburb within the City of Knox. Housing around 10,000 dwellings, Ferntree Gully residents are part of the gateway to the Dandenongs, enjoying the picturesque scenery and lush flora of the surrounding National Parks. Many community groups meet in Ferntree Gully where it is a great place for picnics and exercise. With local shopping centres servicing the tight knit community, and the choice of various primary and secondary schools in the area, great public transport options, and Eastlink within an easy commute, every resident has fantastic facilities close at hand.
Most sought-after properties:
Properties that suit the first home buyer and property investors are the greatest in demand. At a lower price level offering greater “value for money” than neighbouring Wantirna South, Wheelers Hill and Lysterfield, the suburb of Ferntree Gully has always been well sought after.
Most common properties:
Typically, 3 bedroom homes of the area have 1 bathroom and 1 living area, and the larger family homes consist of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas, generally on an average block size of 730sqm. Larger blocks are always sought after for the purpose of subdividing, where new unit developments are common.
Top amenities:
Eastlink (Scoresby Freeway), Ferntree Gully Shopping Centre, Mountain Gate Shopping Centre, Tim Neville Arboretum, The 1000 steps walk, William Angliss Hospital and First National Real Estate Stevenson Ferris (of course!)
Local industry and business:
Several industries blend well together in Ferntree Gully with a great mix of residential, commercial, industrial, retail, office, schools and recreation facilities close at hand in respective zones.
Recent changes:
The addition of Eastlink allows for direct non-stop access to the City within 40 minutes and access to popular beaches and holiday spots within 45 minutes in the other direction.
Best streets: Knox Bridge estate.
Public transport: Numerous bus services with access to Knox City Shopping Centre, various schools, shops, whilst linking with neighbouring suburbs. Ferntree Gully Train station, Upper Ferntree Gully Train Station on hand as well.
Main arteries: Eastlink (Scoresby Freeway), Ferntree Gully Road, Burwood Highway
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