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Running parallel to Unley Road, Salisbury Street is a wide, tree-lined street with a range of housing options. There are a number of bungalows with lovely gardens that have been renovated - great for families. There are apartment blocks and units, as well as a number of attached cottages (some in need of attention) that are popular with renters.

There is a lot of onstreet parking, and many homes have driveways or garages. Be careful with the one-way entrance to the street at the northern end - this is commonly monitored by traffic police and the fines are steep.

Just a 2 second stroll from Unley Road, you can enjoy a cosmopolitan lifestyle and eat a different cuisine every night.

There are a range of schools in the area, and the parklands are just a stone's throw away.

Wilson Street is in the southern end of Prospect, stretching out from Main North Road. The area is really popular with renters, because it is so easy to access Adelaide University or the CBD (a 45 minute walk or just hop on one of the frequent buses).

However the street has some downsides. Traffic noise can be a problem because it is so close to Main North Road. The street sometimes feels quite impersonal, as there are many renters and so it lacks a permanent community feel. That being said, there are some very nice and friendly people who live on the street. There are also no pubs in the area. Your best bet is to walk to North Adelaide where there are many pubs and other nightlife options.

Milner Street is a wide leafy street with many renovated bungalows. It stretches between Prospect Road (with all of its shops, cafés and other services) and Main North Road (for a quick and direct link in to the CBD one way or out of the metropolitan area in the other).

Home to many families with young kids and usually a pet or two, this safe and established neighbourhood is a lovely spot. There are parks nearby, a couple of good childcare options in the area and various schools.

Victoria Street is in the northern part of Prospect. It traverses between Churchill Road and Prospect Road, but is well past all of the shops and cafés of this area.

The street is wide and leafy, with many large bungalow homes on big properties as well as some cottages and brick flats and units. It is an area that is developing - the larger homes are being bought and renovated, or knocked down and replaced with a few units.

The street has a distinct feel of lacking heart at the moment, possibly because of all of the renovations going on, but chances are it will be a lovely street in the future.

Tynte Street is a leafy street that intersects O'Connell Street in North Adelaide and hits Wellington Square at one end and the parklands at the other. It's a great location - all of the wonderful shops, cafés and restaurants are at your fingertips.

However there are two big downsides to living on Tynte Street. First, parking is a nightmare. All of the O'Connell Street patrons park here, so trying to find a quick parking spot during the day or night is tough unless you have a permit. Second, the North Adelaide Primary School is on this street, so expect lots of kids, slow traffic and frequent school bells.

Mention Brougham Place to anyone from Adelaide and they will probably struggle to work out where it is! This confusing street stretches across 5 different sections of road around the parklands of North Adelaide. Close to impossible to give directions or explain where your taxi should pick you up from!

That being said, the various sections of the street all of have different characters and charm, and almost all areas have parkland views. Many of the homes are large and stately, although there are some more modern townhouses that have been recently constructed.

Only a 20 minute walk to the Adelaide CBD, with parts very close to North Adelaide's O'Connell Street and another section crossing Melbourne Street, you have all of the shops, cafés, bars, gyms and other services nearby.

Le Fevre Terrace is a grand road, with houses along the western side only. Many of the homes are heritage-listed turn of the century townhouses that have been beautifully maintained and restored. There are also a few architecturally designed town-homes. Prices are very high. There are some older style townhouses (although recently renovated) at the southern end of the street, which are more affordable and some are available for rent.

The views from every property are amazing - across the sprawling parklands on the eastern side of the street and up to the Adelaide Hills.

The parklands are great for walking. There is a huge playground and nearby field with horses - very popular with families every day of the week and parking can sometimes be tricky as a result (although most homes have driveways/garages).

O'Connell Street is just a 2 minute walk away, which has absolutely everything you need and the CBD is less than a 10 minute drive.

Barton Terrace East is on the far edge of North Adelaide, running along the edge of the parklands and intersecting O'Connell Street.

Barton Terrace East only has houses along the southern side of the street, meaning that every single property has a view across the North Adelaide parklands. Prime property really - a view like this is hard to get in Adelaide.

This is a great place to live. House prices are high here, and rental properties on this street are rare although they do pop up from time to time.

A few benefits of the area are that you are a two second stroll from O'Connell Street and everything it has to offer - supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, a cinema, bakeries and many shops. The parklands are on your doorstep, so it's easy to get some fresh air and keep fit.

Travelling in to the city is easy - just a 35 minute stroll or hop on one of the frequent buses. Parking in the area can be tight, and the street is often used by O'Connell Street visitors and movie goers.

Flemington is just 6 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD.

The suburb is well-known for the Flemington Racecourse, which holds horse-racing events throughout the year. The area really comes to life in the Spring Carnival week which includes Australia's most famous horse race the Melbourne Cup.

It has a range of residential options, from large homes to modern townhouses to large apartment buildings offering cost effective high density living.

There are a number of schools in the area, and the CBD is at your fingertips and easily accessed by train. Racecourse Road is a popular spot, offering a huge range of cuisines and dining options.

Geelong is Victoria's second largest city, situated on Corio Bay just 75 km south-west of Melbourne. The population has reached 160,000 and continues to grow.

It is a thriving commercial centre, with a number of large businesses and industries based here. It is still an active shipping port, and a popular tourist destination.

It is a good spot for family, situated close enough to Melbourne but far away enough to have a smaller town feel. There are a number of public and private schools here, including the elite private school of Geelong Grammar.

Geelong has a number of lovely beaches (although often freezing cold in winter!). The town also has a strong sporting culture, and is home to an AFL team - the Geelong Cats.

There are many restaurants, cafs and pubs here, as well as large shopping centres, a hospital and all other essential services.

With a population of nearly 4 million, Melbourne is Australia's second most populous city. Yet the city is at times quaint, charming and offers a true small town feel.

Many of the buildings are heritage-listed, and the town has gone to lengths to preserve them. The CBD is also surrounded by many parks and greenery, with walking and cycling tracks for all.

The city also has a strong culture centred around fine food, good wine, great coffee. Al fresco dining is very popular, so you never feel alone in this place.

The city has a real sporting edge too, as the home of Aussie Rules Football and also the host of the Melbourne Grand Prix and Australian Open.

Close to the coast, and with major airports offering many flights around Australia and to international destinations every day, Melbourne is a lovely spot to live.

Bright is a small country town, and a lovely spot to raise a family. The town has a school and a number of other facilities, including shops and restaurants. There is an abundance of recreational activities in the area, including golf, bushwalking, mountain-biking and skiing in the nearby mountain ranges in winter.

It is a very pretty town, particularly so in autumn when all of the leaves change colour to warm shades of reds, yellows and orange. It does get very cold in winter, and can even snow.

Just over 300 kilometres from Melbourne, Bright can be accessed by the major highways and roads in the area.

Beautiful Sorrento, situated on the shores of Port Phillip Bay, is a popular seaside destination for Melbourne's elite. Over the years, modern townhouses have been built and grand old homes have been renovated, to convert this township in to a playground for the rich and famous.

Sorrento is just 100 kilometres from Melbourne (approximately a 90 minute drive), and so it is an easy weekend getaway.

The area offers some great food and wine, with some good restaurants and wineries in the vicinity, plus it is close to the Mornington Peninsula wine region.

A great holiday spot if you can afford it!

The township also has a permanent population of around 1,500, but the numbers increase dramatically when summer arrives.

Torquay is a beautiful spot. Situated at the start of the famous Great Ocean Road, Torquay is just 100 kilometres from Melbourne but feels like it could be 1,000 miles away.

The town is known for its famous surfing beach "Bells Beach", which has played a major part in shaping the town's relaxed culture. This beach attracts surfers from around the country and around the globe, as well as a number of surf festivals and music events.

The town has a population of nearly 7,000 and has been growing rapidly. The town offers a number of facilities, including many schools. Huge subdivisions are being built in certain areas, such as the new developments at Ocean View, but there has been quite a lot of public opposition to this.

The only real downside here is the weather - it can often be quite wild, rugged and cold.

Lonsdale Street is one of the main streets in Melbourne's CBD. It offers high rise apartment style living, in amongst the areas businesses, shopping centres and hotels. It is always busy, full of professionals, tourists and locals carrying on their business in the heart of Melbourne.

There are a few excellent points about Lonsdale Street.

First, there are some major shopping centres offering major brands and unique labels, at a range of pricepoints.

Next, it is in the heart of the city and so you have everything you need at your fingertips here.

Third, China Town extends through a number of smaller alleys between Lonsdale and Bourke. There are some fantastic cafes and restaurants offering authentic Chinese and other Asian cuisines. It is like having a little piece of Asia on your doorstep.

On the flipside, the area is always busy and at times a bit dark and dirty, so whilst it is a great spot to visit it may not be the best spot to live.

Situated just over 300 km from Melbourne on Port Phillip Bay, Portland is a busy regional hub. Portland is easily accessible by road, train or plane from both Adelaide and Melbourne.

The population is just over 10,000 and growing, driven by the region's main industries which include shipping, the steel industry, pine forestry, commercial fishing and tourism.

The town itself has a lot to offer, with all of the major services and facilities, including a number of schools. There a few pubs, and the town has a good social atmosphere and sense of community (often linked to sport).

Mildura is situated about 550 km from Melbourne, and only a 3 hour drive from Adelaide.

It is a large regional town with a population of more than 30,000. It's main industries have been citrus fruit and grape production, although both industries have faced their fair share of challenges with the drought that has affected rural Australia and also the huge grape oversupply.

The town has a very strong sense of community, with lots of recreational activities on offer, a number of schools and a strong sporting culture. The town is large and offers all of the major facilities and services.

Mildura is truly regional, and both Melbourne and Adelaide can be easily accessed by bus, train, plane or by car on one of the major highways.

Yarra Glen is situated about 40 kilometres from Melbourne, in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Famous for its wines (particularly whites and lighter reds), this town thrives on wine industry tourism.

It is a lovely country spot, with a population of just less than 3,000. There are many older style homes on large blocks in the town itself, and it is surrounded by a number of rural and farming properties.

There is a strong sense of community here, with an emphasis of sport and family.

Sadly the town and the surrounding region were very badly damaged by the bushfires in early 2009.

Elwood is the next suburb on from St Kilda, but takes on a completely different persona.

It is a quiet residential suburb, full of high density apartment style living and the occasional home. It has a large park and some of the properties in the area flank the sea. The suburb has a few corner stores, delis and cafés, but for the most part it is homely and quiet with not a lot to offer apart from relaxed living.

It's proximity to the CBD is fantastic - only about 8 km and easily accessed by tram or bus. Also situated just one suburb over from St Kilda, you have all of the pubs, bars and cafes that you need without having to live in amongst all the atmosphere.

Famous for its bustling stretch of Italian cafés and fine foods, Lygon Street is a popular dining area in Melbourne.

Situated to the immediate north of the CBD, Lygon Street attracts a continual stream of diners and those looking for some nightlife. Live near here, and you'll never go hungry again!

The surrounding areas offer some lovely homes, and high density apartment style living. It is also close to two of Melbourne's universities, so it is a good spot for students. Inexpensive rental accommodation can be found.

Accessing the CBD is easy from here - trams are frequent and taxis are quite cheap.