COPACABANA
Named after the famous Brazilian Beach, Copacabana has emerged as a very popular destination across all real estate sectors.
Well renowned as a surfing beach, Copacabana is tucked away from the noise and traffic and offers a laid back lifestyle and a slower pace compared to its sister beaches.
‘Copa’ draws surfers from across the globe and many a professional surfer grew up honing their skills here. Plus there is great fishing, swimming for the littlies in the tidal rockpool, kayaking on the lake and bush walks. Captain Cook Lookout right up on the point has a whale watching platform with a vista north, south and out to sea. The 8km Coastal Walk is one of the most popular bushwalks and the Copa to MacMasters walk along the beach is a great way to keep fit.
The Surf Club is newly renovated and has a café open early to late. It is a popular venue for functions and greatly supports the Life Saving community. There is a small shopping strip opposite the beach with essentials such as doctor, pharmacy, newsagent, general store, bottle shop, cafes and bakery.
2,690 residents (as at May ’20) call Copacabana home, with the suburb having a median house price of $800,000, reflecting a 42.3% growth rate over the past 5 years – great statistics for such a small seaside town. Retaining the quiet, beachy feel is a most alluring prospect for those wishing to relocate from the city.
Similarly, the rental market continues to grow with a median price (as at May ’20) of $600 representing a 15.4% increase over the past 5 years. The demand for holiday properties has surged in the past 5 years as this little gem has been discovered. Such a great range on offer – modern splendour or that beach cottage reminiscent of childhood holidays.
Nestled between Avoca and MacMasters Beaches, this little pearl has certainly proven itself. Come and see for yourself – you won’t be disappointed.