Why young families are being drawn to Wantirna

Not many Melburnians will have heard of Wantirna, the small suburb around 25 kilometres east of the city.

But the small suburb near Ringwood, Glen Waverley and Ferntree Gulley is attracting the young family buyer due to a combination of affordability, good schools, and it's connectivity to the Melbourne CBD.

Seldom is there an opportunity to buy brand new in the area, given the suburb is dominated by established houses. But Harmony Gardens, the new development by Platinum Developers, is giving prospective purchasers an opportunity to buy a brand new townhome for around 50 per cent the price of the neighbouring suburbs.

There's a range of two-bedroom townhouses which start from $670,000. They have around 140 sqm of living space, two bathrooms, and a car space.

Harmony Gardens is in close proximity to Regency Park Primary School, The Knox School, and Wantirna and Heathmont Colleges.

Shopping outlets are even closer, with Wantirna Mall located adjacent to Harmony Gardens, providing residents with access to daily shopping needs. For a more extensive retail experience, the large Knox City Westfield Shopping Centre is just a few kilometres away, providing residents with a wide variety of shops, dining options, and a cinema.

Connectivity has been a key driver in sales at Harmony Gardens, for those who still need to commute to the city. The development enjoys easy access to major roads such as Eastern Link and Burwood Highway, connecting Wantirna to nearby areas like Box Hill, Ringwood, and Glen Waverley, as well as the Melbourne CBD.

Bayswater and Heathmont Train Stations are also just a short drive away, providing convenient access to public transportation for those who prefer to commute by train.