damienk2

My partner and I bought in Booragoon near Karoonda Oval and we are so glad we did.
After a couple of years searching for a long term place to call home, my partner narrowed our search to suburbs withing Applecross and Rossmoyne High School Zones for our future children to attend.
I am very investment minded and managed to snag a property at a good price for the area and we are very happy with our now renovated home on a large block. The long term financial upside is only one aspect however.
We have come to know our neighbours in a way that makes it feel like the good old days when you could ask for milk or sugar and we know and genuinely care for the people that live around us which is a vibe not easily achieved.
The transport links to the City (10-15mins via Kwinana Freeway) and Fremantle (10-15mins via Leach Highway) are fantastic.
The Booragoon Bus Depot is a short walk away and will take you all over Perth.
The Train Station is less than a 2km walk away and will take you to the city in under 10mins
The Shopping Center now known as Westfield Booragoon has all the retail shopping one needs although a makeover with restaurants and live music would add real value and sense of community.
The Swan and Canning River are both less than 5mins away in surrounding suburbs Applecross and Mt Pleasant which offer unrivaled views of the water and city.
South beach in South Fremantle is a great Dog Beach just 15-20mins away.
There are many dog parks and great health and fitness facilities in the area with Melville Aquatic Center and other various gyms.
Wireless Hill is a great spot for a picnic and view of the city.

I can only think of a couple of downsides which are not deal breakers in comparison to many other suburbs:
The occasional siren going past on Riseley and/or Leach Highway (Generally Ambulance but also Police and less frequently Fire) however good Double Glazed Windows in your house will muffle the noise.
The odd plane that flies over late at night (not everyday). I notice this probably once a month if that.

Overall a fantastic place to live. I have been in the area 18 months and have not witnessed or heard of crime occurring on my street or nearby streets. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to settle, particularly young families, long term to consider Booragoon.