Beach town living at an affordable price
Many people dream of living near the beach, but often this comes hand-in-hand with a hefty price tag.
Many people dream of living near the beach, but often this comes hand-in-hand with a hefty price tag. Fortunately, in the beach side town of Margate, you can find the right property within your budget.
Margate, located on the Redcliffe Peninsula, is approximately 26km outside of Brisbane's CBD. This means that a commute to the big city for work won't take up too much precious time in the morning - and you'll have picturesque views down the coast to go along with it!
As it's a beach side town, you'll find the lifestyle here is friendly, relaxed, but also action-packed. From the endless activities you can enjoy on the beach to watersports, bicycling or even kicking a ball around in the parks, you'll never run out of things to do.
A growing area
Over the years, the population of Margate has grown.This isn't surprising, seeing as the region as a whole is growing too. Statistics from the 2006 Census show that the population for Margate was approximately 6,552 people. By the time the 2011 Census had been completed, the town grew by six per cent to hit 7,009 people.
Aside from this, development in infrastructure and amenities are also on the agenda in Margate. A large shopping complex was given the green light and is expected to bring 16 shops and offices to the area. Not only will this provide residents with more shopping necessities, but it will aid local businesses in the region too.
Settling in Margate
Whether it's a $1million-plus waterfront property, an apartment for your portfolio or a small home for your family, you'll find something to suit your taste and budget in Margate. However, the key is getting the right help to find it.
Ray White Redcliffe salesperson Nick Griffiths has been working in the real estate industry for well over 11 years. He's seen the lows of the GFC and the highs of the boom during 2002, which means he knows how to get results in any market.
Mr Griffiths' professionalism, honesty, dedication to his clients and drive for results all go hand-in-hand to make him a very successful salesperson in the Margate and Redcliffe regions.
Not only does his knowledge of Margate make him a great asset, but also his enthusiasm and energy in marketing real estate for sale. His belief is that the best achievers are the hardest workers, and it's this determination that will get you the outcome you want, whether it's a sale or a purchase.