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Church Street, Port Melbourne is a very very narrow thin street, with a lot of graffiti because it quite secluded. While this may sounds like a good thing in terms of seclusion, there is a lot of development going on there, and it is not pleasant at all. There are a few tear down apartments here as well, nothing special at all.

One way street, very colorful houses. On street parking is a big plus, and a few nicer houses here compared to some of the other streets in the area.

Home to 2006 Pub of the year, the Albion Hotel!!

On a serious note, it is quite close to the train station, so you may have some crime issues, but then again, it's great for public transport. A little greenery and on street parking is great but overall the train line may impact your decision to buy a house here. Definitely walk down the street before making a decision on this one.

Docker Street in Richmond is a fantastic wide tree lined street, that stands out from some of the other ones in the area. It doesn't have that run down feel to it, which is nice, and there are a lot of younger people in the area.

Public transport is right at your doorstep as well, with the Richmond train station just down the road, and trams running along Church St AND Swan St.

On street parking is also available, so that always handy, and let's not forget about all the great bars, pubs and clubs in the area - too many mention! (My favourite is Hiliava)

One of the only problems is that it is sometimes used a thoroughfare to get between Church St and Swan St...but this isn't a huge issue.

Highly Recommended!

Wow, so much can be said about Acland Street.

From the amazing ice cream at Apple's and Trampoline, to the fantastic Hamburgers at Pitstop, this street has it all. A visual feast, it's always busy especially during the middle of the day. One of my favourites is the big rocket ship architecture on top of Schmick Studios (which i think is a tanning salon).

Nightlife - Felix bar is fantastic, but there is something better. One of my favorite nightspots, The Vineyard, is on Acland St. I highly recommend Vineyard on both Saturday nights and also on Sunday afternoons, it's very relaxing with a good crowd, and I am yet to have a disappointing night here.

I suppose this would be considered one of the best places to live if you are a backpacker, as you are so close to all the excitement that St Kilda has to offer, such as great nightlife, access to beaches, closeness to the city...and how can I forget good ole luna park!!

The only negative thing I can say about Acland Street is that there are quite a few homeless people\hobos that hang around up near the park next to Luna Park. They sometimes even harass you as well. I suppose it's just something you get used to after a while.

Overall, I highly recommend this iconic street in the heart of St Kilda!

Liardet Street in Port Melbourne is the continuation of Richardson Street, and is mostly comprised of weatherboard and brick townhouses, with a few apartment complexes. It is a little bit of a thoroughfare for traffic trying to get to Bay Street, but overall not a major issue.

One of the major benefits of Liardet Street is Lagoon Reserve and Edwards Park. Edwards Park is simply stunning and I highly recommend people visit if they haven't already, with it's massive palm trees and relaxing atmosphere. Sitting at Edwards park on a Sunday afternoon reading a book is the highlight of my week, and it really makes the location for me, as the beach can sometimes be just too windy or too cold.

Highly recommended!

Very cosy and quiet street, mostly weatherboard and brick townhouses. Not much noise, but there are a few townhouses that have been done up...one to watch over the next 10 years.

Overall a simple street located in Albert Park.

Foote Street in Albert Park is just off Beaconsfield Parade and seems to be littered with townhouses just waiting to be redeveloped. A little bit of graffiti is prevalent, but not a major issue. Gasworks Arts Park is located here, maybe a reason why all the graffiti :) Overall, this street does not seem visually appealing, however the location (right on the beach) far outweighs anything negative.