Where would you buy if you were me? (VIC south/southeast suburbs)
We are first home buyers looking for multi generational living but priced out of the area we currently rent. I don't know the Melbourne area very well and the usual considerations and recommendations don't really apply to us (no plans for kids so schools not an issue, disabled so don't go out much, don't care what restaurants are local as we have food allergies and don't get takeout)
access to public transport would be nice but isn't a dealbreaker. We need access to 1-2 largeish major supermarkets and not to get hate-crimed for being queer that's about it. A lot of LGBTQIA+ cultural stuff and healthcare seems to be inner north or inner south?
We're concerned mostly about getting a larger block so we can build a granny flat, and finding a quiet area with a little privacy/space from neighbours, something a bit leafy (though these things can change over decades and we know we can't buy a view) budget is 750-850 but could stretch a little.
Suburbs that have been suggested to us are kind of in a line down the Princes Highway from Malvern to Hampton Park, like Narre Warren, Springvale Noble Park, Emumemmering, or South like Seaford or Carrum Downs, we have no idea what the lifestyle or vibe is like so if you live in one of these areas please let us know if you enjoy it 😄
Moving out as far as Upwey or Heidelberg Heights is also possible but we think it would make access to regular medical visits a pain and the work commute would become unworkable. Genuinely so confused where to even start looking so appreciate any advice!
edit: not city workers, need to access Bayside/Kingston/Port Phillip for work and medical care.