Manly (Post Code 4179)

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Have you always dreamed of living near the water without leaving Brisbane? Manly could be just what you have been looking for. Located roughly 19km from Brisbane’s CBD, Manly makes up part of Moreton Bay. Manly is home to the largest boat harbour facility in the Southern Hemisphere, East Coast Marina. With bayside views and a number of harbour activities, Manly is a unique and beautiful suburb to reside in. Manly is the perfect location for retirees, families and those who want to be near the water. Yet, it’s still only a short drive to the city and other Brisbane suburbs. There is a lot of demand for Property Management Manly and Wynnum way due to this location’s popularity.

History

The European settlement of Manly took place in the mid 1800’s. Shortly after, land began to be divided and auctioned off. 1886 saw the addition of the train line from Manly to Brisbane. This created easy access and so was the beginning of the population boom in Moreton Bay.

Due to its proximity to the coast and waterways, Manly was noticed for its sheltered and protected location. This made it a prime spot for boating. And in time this lead to the Manly Boat Harbour being built in 1958. It has only grown in popularity and size since, resulting in it becoming the largest boat harbour facility in the Southern Hemisphere. The Manly Boat Harbour has over 2900 dry standings and wet berths.

Housing Styles and Demographics

When looking at housing styles and who lives in Manly, there are a few facts to note. Firstly, just over half the households in Manly consist of couples without children. The slightly lower percentage belongs to households consisting of couples with children. Secondly, houses in this area are largely made up of Queenslander style homes, as well as low set brick style homes. The majority of homes are stand-alone houses. So only a very small percent (10%) accounts for townhouse style properties and apartment blocks. The median age of residents is 42 years, which is 5 years above the national average. As you can imagine, with this spread of residents, services for property management Manly and Wynnum are in demand!

Public Transport

Due to the addition of the Train line in the late 1800’s, Manly is accessible via Queensland Rail services. Conveniently, it is roughly a 30-40 minute train ride away from Brisbane’s CBD. Other suburbs within Brisbane can be accessed via Roma Street Station. There are also a number of bus routes that allow quick access to neighbouring suburbs. So suburbs such as Wynnum also provides connections to the CBD.

Amenities

Manly is especially attractive to those who are active boaters and want a place to safely harbour their boat. However, you don’t need to be a boater to enjoy this beautiful seaside suburb! Manly houses all the amenities you need. These convenient amenities include a shopping centre that has a Coles, chemists, coffee shops and a number of clothing boutiques. Manly is also known for its gourmet restaurants. The eateries that have ocean and bayside views, perfect for those who love to indulge on the weekend, are popular.

Since the late 1800’s, Manly has been a sought after location for many, and it’s easy to see why. Located near the water, you can’t go past that beautiful ocean breeze on a hot Queensland summer day. Manly provides all the comfort of being near the ocean, while still remaining within short driving distance to the city and other Brisbane suburbs. If you think Manly is the place for you, find out more on our website or give us a call and we can help find the perfect Manly rental for you. Our property management Manly and Wynnum services are also in demand with property owners in this area.

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