Area information
Location and Transport Links in Forestville
Forestville is located 15 kilometers northeast of the Sydney CBD. Forestville is centred around a village shopping centre, and it falls in the area governed by Warringah Council. It can take 12 minutes to get from here to the beach, or 20 minutes during peak hours. Bus services run eastbound towards Dee Why/Chatswood. Along Warringah Road which allow access to amenities in surrounding suburbs including the Northern Beaches Hospital which opened up recently. A new tunnel that extends to Bondi Junction. Will decrease travel time by at least an hour when it’s complete; expected date is sometime in late 2020s.
Property types.
Many property types exist in this largely low-density neighbourhood. Some older homes dating back to early 60’s can be found here on medium blocks with established yards and gardens. While knockdown rebuilds have become prevalent within recent years thanks mostly because of stricter planning policies enacted by Warringah Council.
Shops and Restaurants in Forestville.
Forestville offers many cafes and restaurants. The new look The Centre has given the town a more sophisticated feel. Popular cafes include Forest Brunch, Lift or Coco Rocco Deli– all located at The Centre. It’s now a popular spot to have dinner thanks to its modern atmosphere with great food. The local Forestville RSL provides plenty of entertainment including live music every night of the week. Poker, lawn bowls and trivia! There are larger retail stores just 15 minutes away near Chatswood or Warringah Mall. Schools and Educational Facilities in Forestville.
Schools and Educational Facilities in Forestville
There is a variety of public, private schools. And specialised schools nearby including those from Brighton-le-Sands such as Forestville Public School, Oxford Falls Grammar, Roseville College (Catholic), Covenant Christian Primary School (Steiner school), Killarney Heights Public School (among others).
Recreation and other amenities.
Garigal National Park includes many running, walking, and mountain bike trails. Forest 24/7 fitness is located at The Centre while Forestville War Memorial Playing Fields include Melwood Sportsfields which are a designated off-leash dog area. New cricket nets, netball and basketball courts and tennis courts (owned by Forestville Park Tennis Club) have been added to the playing field where there is also a picnic area with barbeques, public toilets and a playground. Roseville Marina and boat ramp are just down the street from this park for aquatic fun like yachting, fishing, kayaking or even water skiing! For families living in this perfect family-friendly environment of forested hillsides, proximity to beaches, recreation areas and relative affordability make it worth considering long term living here in Forestville.
What does my hard-earned cash buy in Forestville?
Residex reports that 77% of properties for sale are houses, 2% are semis, and 14% are apartments. 7% is commercial/other. 34% of people living here are under the age of 30; 27% are between 30 – 49 years old; 39%, meanwhile, belong to those older than 50 years old. The median price for a house here this year is $1,677,000 while an apartment goes for about $998,000. Homeowners come because they love how large the lots and homes here really do seem when you move in. Business owners also come thanks to its competitive pricing and proximity to amenities (think shopping malls!).