Watson suits new parents' way of life

Long-term inner north renters Richie Merzian and Sonya Tirtajaya decided to buy their first home after they had baby Julian last year.

Watson offered the ideal solution for their needs. Not only was it within the inner north, but it provided an affordable alternative to some of the other suburbs in the area.

After looking at the suburb, the couple discovered it had other benefits.

“It’s got a great community vibe, it’s close to the city and it’s close to people we know,” Sonya says.

“We found it was better suited to this stage of life. There are lots of young families with babies around Julian’s age.”

With daycare, preschool and primary school within five minutes from their home, they’ve found the perfect place for Julian to grow up in. Richie and Sonya prefer to use public transport when they can and they’re looking forward to having the light rail just a short stroll away.

“We have one car and we really don’t want to go to two,” Richie says.

The couple found their ideal home in March and purchased through Luton agents Jenny and Michael McReynolds.

It has a big backyard with a swing for Julian, a chicken coop and space for a vegie patch. Julian recently had his first birthday party in the backyard.

“There’s something special about Watson at the moment,” Sonya says.

“I’m continuously grateful that we made the choice to buy here.”