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1. Send us a copy of the contract & when you’ll make an offer
2. Tell us when you’d like to settle on the property
3. We’ll achieve a satisfactory outcome for you

1. Send us a copy of the contract or instruct us to draft it
2. Tell us more about the property you’re selling
3. We’ll achieve an on-time settlement for you

1. Let us know what you are proposing to do;
2. We will tailor the purchase and sale contracts to fit your particular requirements and timeline; and
3. We will provide you with a seamless transition from home to home.

About Manly (statistics and facts) 

Manly is a coastal town on the east coast of Brisbane, Queensland (not to be confused with Manly New South Wales). This suburb lies in the bay area 19 kilometers off Eastern Brisbane and under the local authority of Wynnum Manly Ward. With a residential population of just over 4,000 people, Manly is one of the smallest suburbs in Brisbane.

This locality was once part of Moreton Bay and was the ancestral home of a semi-nomadic tribe called the Quandamookas. Another suburb close to Manly is Lota, and the tribes of both suburbs were called the Narlung or Anamosa people, which means “Long Shadows” in English. After the indigenes came the Europeans, who arrived starting from 1859 after the surveying of the land by Jones Thomas. The surveyor obtained about 200 acres, and the first person to build a house on Manly land was Joseph Lewthwaite on a plot he called Wyvernleigh. The spot where his house occupied is now called Tingalpa.

Surrounding the area are other suburbs with a similar population like Moreton Bay, Wynnum, and Lota. In 1990,  a church called the Bayside Uniting Church was established at Wondall Road, which united four churches. The churches were an Evangelical Church and three Methodist churches. Furthermore, the locals are largely religious people.

Some other historical facts about Manly 

• Oyster hunting and turtle fishing was a part of aboriginal life well into the 20th century
• A railway line that connected Manly to Brisbane was constructed in 1889
• The area became a recreational center by the 1900s

Property and Realestate Market of Manly

Occupying a total land area of just 1.7 kilometers, Manly has close to 6 parks which cover about 5.5% of the entire land, and less than that is occupied by residential properties. Over the last two decades, the population was under 4,000, but by 2016, there was a slight growth of about 9.6%. The growth slightly increased the demand for housing in the area. So, therefore, the cost of real estate and property prices have not changed very much.

The type of properties in demand is mainly family homes for couples living with kids. However, the predominant age group in Manly is between 50-59 years. About 25.4% of residents live in rented apartments, while a larger number live in owner-occupied homes. Median property prices stand at $592,000, which is markedly different from property prices over the last year. Based on current data, Manly has witnessed property value fluctuations of about 31.66%. Furthermore, the most in-demand properties in the area are large family apartments that attract an average weekly rent of $400.

Due to the low demand for properties in the area, a listed property may take up to 135-145 days to find a buyer. In terms of rented apartments, the yield is between 3%-3.5%.

• The population growth has gathered pace over the last 2 years
• Property value witnessed a 25.15% change over the last 2 years
• As of 2016, about 67% of houses in the area were occupied by their owners

Activities & Things to do in Manly

Manly may not be a burgeoning town, but there are a few interesting places in this part of Brisbane. Some interesting things to do in Manly include

A visit to Wynnum Bookshops

The population of Manly is highly literate, and the small town has a rich collection of bookshops to prove it. Two of the most popular bookshops in the town are Mad Hatter and Little Gnome. These bookshops stock up a wide collection of books published by Australian authors

Go Shopping

You can also go shopping at any of the numerous stores in the area, and there are quite a few lovely ones around. You can shop at Vinnie’s, Salvos, Link Vision, or Pandora. With so many stores around, you are never short of options.

Visit a Traditional Tapas Bar

Another interesting thing to do in Manly, Queensland, is to visit one of many traditional tapas bars in the town. Here, visitors can enjoy chilled beer at places like Cedar + Pine or enjoy tasty oysters at Shucks Bar. Besides the tasty cuisines and cocktails, visiting relaxation spots in the area is another way to blend in with the locales and learn more about Manly culture.

Swim in the Pool

Wynnum pool is a playground for both old and young, especially during summer when the heat of the sun is at its zenith. The pool is clean and safe for relaxation. And if you don’t want to swim in the pool, you can sit by the banks and bask under the glow of the sun. The choice is yours.

Other activities in Manly include

• Shopping at the Farmers Market
• Taking a stroll between Manly and Wynnum
• Sail across the coastal shoreline

Property Investing Information in Atherton

Are you planning to invest in Manly’s real estate? Then you should know that over the last year, the data shows that investors enjoyed a property gain of 12.9%, especially for houses situated in the Western part of the town. However, when compared to neighboring suburbs, Manly lags behind.

Suburbs in the same region in Queensland posted a net-positive growth rate. In the case of Manly, the growth was at least 3.57% over the last 10 years. Currently, Manly ranks 2602 on the list of suburbs investors are looking to invest in. The median value of properties in the area averages about $700,000, with an average rent of $515. If you invest in rented apartments in Manly, your investment will enjoy a gross rental yield of 3.83%.

You need Conveyancing

Are you planning to buy a property in Manly, Queensland, anytime soon? If you’re are, then you need Conveyancing. 

Conveyancing is the process of transferring ownership of a property from an old owner to a new owner. To fully assume legal right over a property, you need to complete the required documentation, but due to the complex process, many investors rely on expert Conveyancing services to handle the entire process from start to finish. 

If you require conveyancing services in Manly, contact LEAD Conveyancing service to help you out.