Building your first home in Geelong.
Thinking about building your first home in Geelong?
There is more to compare than Geelong versus Melbourne. Across Geelong and the surrounding areas, you can look at established suburbs, newer communities and locations that put you closer to the Surf Coast. And if you already own property in the area, building on your existing block may also be an option.
The right place will depend on your budget, where you need to get to each day, the type of home and land you want, and how close you want to be to the city, coast or existing amenities.
Why consider Geelong for your first home?
Geelong gives first home buyers a few different ways to approach the search.
You can look around newer communities in areas such as Armstrong Creek, Charlemont and Mount Duneed, consider more established parts of the region, or explore areas further north such as Lara and Corio.
That means it is worth thinking beyond which suburb you like the sound of. Consider what is already around you, how you will get to work or family, the type of land available and what kind of lifestyle you want once you actually move in.
Areas to explore in Geelong
What should you consider before choosing an area?
Geelong and its surrounding areas can offer very different day-to-day lifestyles, even when they are not particularly far apart. The right answer might be very different for someone working in central Geelong compared with someone travelling towards Melbourne several days a week.
Your budget
What home and land options are actually available within the amount you want to spend?
Where you work
Will you mainly travel within Geelong, commute towards Melbourne or work somewhere else in the region?
Your lifestyle
Is being closer to the coast important, or would you rather prioritise transport, established amenities or your home and land?
What's nearby
Look at the shops, schools, parks, healthcare and services you will actually use.
What's still coming
In newer communities, check which amenities exist now and which are planned for later.
The land
Compare block sizes and lot widths with the type of home you want to build.
Timing
If the land has not yet titled, consider how the expected timing fits with when you want to start building.
Explore current house and land packages in Geelong
Once you have narrowed down a few areas, see what is actually available.
Explore current Mayde house and land packages across Geelong and surrounds and compare locations, home designs, prices, bedrooms and block sizes.
Package and land availability can change as blocks are released and sold.
Already have land in Geelong?
If you already own land, or have an existing home you are considering replacing, you do not need to start with house and land packages.
Use our Where We Build tool to check whether Mayde builds in your location, then explore home designs that may suit your block.
FAQs.
What areas should first home buyers consider around Geelong?
Areas such as Armstrong Creek, Charlemont, Mount Duneed, Lara and Corio can offer different opportunities for first home buyers looking to build around Geelong.
The right location will depend on your budget, preferred home, commute and whether you want a newer community or a more established area.
Is Geelong a good option if I still need to travel to Melbourne?
It can be, but how practical it feels will depend on where you live, how often you need to travel and whether you plan to drive or use public transport.
If commuting is part of your normal week, compare the actual journey from the areas you are considering rather than looking only at their distance from Melbourne.
Should I choose my location or home design first?
Either can work.
If you already know where you want to live, start by looking at available land and finding home designs that suit it. If you already have a particular home design in mind, understanding the block size and lot width it needs can help narrow your land search.
Can Mayde build if I already own a home in Geelong?
Depending on your location and block, building a new Mayde home on an existing property may be an option.
Use our Where We Build tool to check whether Mayde builds in your area, then speak with the team about what may be possible for your site.
Does Mayde build everywhere around Geelong?
Mayde builds across selected locations throughout Geelong and surrounding areas.
If you already have a particular suburb or block in mind, use our Where We Build tool to check whether it falls within Mayde’s current build area.
Still comparing regions?
Not sure whether Geelong is right for you? Explore Melbourne's north, west, south east and other Mayde build regions to compare your options before deciding where you want to build your first home.
