Murrumbeena VIC, 3163
Murrumbeena Real Estate: Suburb Profile
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If you are making a move to Murrumbeena, continue reading for a brief history lesson to find out more about the lifestyle and what makes this suburb so great.
Overview Known for its rich artistic history, Murrumbeena is a suburb 13 kilometres miles south of Melbourne's central business district. The 2016 census says Murrumbeena had a population of 9,926.
Living in Murrumbeena The suburbs' centrepiece is the heritage-protected Murrumbeena Village which is considered its cultural and historic centre. Many of its old buildings have retained their original facades. In and around the village, numerous shops offer various services such as hairdressing, cafes, pharmacies, yoga and dance studios, and others. There are primary and high schools in Murrumbeena, including a Catholic primary school, St Patrick's Primary.
Murrumbeena enjoys a wide range of public transport services, including rail and city buses that run into the late hours. Direct rail connections from the suburb to Monash University (Caulfield) and bus connections to Monash University (Clayton). A Metro Tunnel expected to be completed by 2025 will also connect the suburb to Anzac (St Kilda Road)/Town Hall stations.
The suburb is also undergoing a creative revival that artists and local producers sustain. Art murals and sculptures can be found around the area. Expansive parks such as Boyd Park, Springthorpe Gardens, Duncan McKinnon Reserve, and others give residents access to nature activities such as hiking, cycling, and others.
History of Murrumbeena The first settlement was established in Murrumbeena in 1879, while electrification of the railway and wicket gates in 1922 spurred the gradual influx of residents.
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