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Benefit from South Brisbane’s walkable lifestyle

There’s plenty of benefits when you purchase within a highly walkable area. Aside from the relief of not being stuck in traffic, living in a suburb with a high walk score affords you with better health and wellbeing, cost saving benefits, and a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. What’s more, you could potentially be adding value to your property!

We break down why purchasing at Brisbane 1 – located in the walkable suburb of South Brisbane – is beneficial for buyers.

What is a walk score?

A walk score measures the walkability of any suburb or address and is calculated on a points system, ranging from 0 (very car dependent) to 100 (a walker’s paradise).

The suburb of South Brisbane has a walk score of 92, and Brisbane 1 itself has a walk score of 97 – classifying both locations as a ‘walker’s paradise’. According to walkscore.com, a walker’s paradise classification means daily errands can be achieved without a car.

If you’re travelling a little further than your legs can take you, you’ll be pleased to know that South Brisbane is also ranked a ‘rider’s paradise’ by walkscore.com, receiving a transit score of 100 – the highest possible score available.

Why is walkability important?

When you reside in a walkable suburb that has easy access to public transport and essential amenities, you’re likely to live a healthier lifestyle than those in car-dependent locations. But it’s not just your waistline that can benefit from a high walk score.

Living in Brisbane 1, located in the walkable suburb of South Brisbane means you don’t necessarily need to own a vehicle – which can save you thousands annually on car ownerships costs.

What’s more, every point above 70 in the walk score system could add between $700 and $3000 in value for your property compared to neighbouring, less walkable suburbs. As the walk score gains traction in Australian real estate, this could be a huge drawcard should you decide to rent or sell your property in a highly walkable suburb.

And finally, for the environmentally conscious, choosing to walk instead of driving or taking public transport can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, cut down traffic congestion and reduce noise in your local area.

With all these factors, buyers are set to benefit greatly from purchasing at Brisbane 1.

More of a road trip kind of person? At Brisbane 1, we have you covered

Whether you’re commuting to a destination that’s not accessible via public transport or you simply prefer to drive, life at Brisbane 1 accommodates for you too. With close proximity to several freeways and motorways, getting around via car is made easy. Brisbane 1 is now selling apartments with one and two car spaces included – click here to learn more.

At Brisbane 1, everything you want is at your fingertips

When you purchase at Brisbane 1, you’ll be living within walking distance to some of the city’s best dining and entertainment options. If you’re an aficionado of art and theatre, the Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland Performing Arts Centre are both an eight-minute stroll away. For foodies, the likes of Chu the Phat, Julius Pizzeria and Fish Lane are all within a six-minute walk from Brisbane 1. For those up for a slightly longer walk, the South Bank dining precinct is just a 14-minute trek.

For nature lovers, take a six-minute stroll to Kurilpa Point Park, or grab your pooch and head to the Riverside Dog Park – just a 12-minute walk.

All the essential amenities you could need are located within a 20-minute walk of Brisbane 1

When you live at Brisbane 1, essential amenities are on your doorstep. With seven schools and 12 childcare centres within a 3.5km radius, and three leading universities within a 2km radius, you’ll be living in the heart of premium education when you buy at Brisbane 1. Public transport is also a breeze when you live at Brisbane 1, with its proximity to the Cultural Centre Bus Station (650m away), the South Bank Train Station (700m) and the South Bank City Cat Ferry Terminal (1.1km away).

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