Area Hotlist — Loddon - Elmore VIC

20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Loddon - Elmore area

Area Hotlist — Loddon – Elmore

1

Bendigo CBD

673 votes

Gold-rush architecture, buzzing cafés and a packed events calendar make Bendigo CBD the region’s commercial and cultural heartbeat. Fast rail to Melbourne, thriving health and arts precincts and nightly dining options give locals big-city amenity while keeping country commutes under 25 minutes—a major lure for professionals and investors alike.

2

Epsom Village

278 votes

Coles, chemist, bakeries and 20-plus specialty stores sit side-by-side at Epsom Village, right on the Midland Highway. Grab groceries, barista coffee or a bulk-buy bargain without trekking into town. That daily convenience underpins strong buyer interest in surrounding estates and tight vacancy rates for investors.

3

Loddon River

237 votes

The Loddon River meanders past Bridgewater and Serpentine, offering shady swimming holes, riverside caravan parks and cod-fishing hotspots. Weekends mean kayaking at dawn or ski-boating at dusk, adding a relaxed holiday vibe to everyday life and boosting demand for riverfront acre blocks.

4

Lake Neangar

194 votes

Ringed by a sealed walking loop, playgrounds and picnic lawns, Lake Neangar is Eaglehawk’s recreation hub. Locals paddle kayaks, cast a fishing line or clock up laps before work, while sunset views attract evening strollers. Waterside living here translates to steady capital growth and healthy tenant demand.

5

Marist College Bendigo

177 votes

Set on 140 leafy acres at Maiden Gully, Marist College delivers Prep-to-Year 12 continuity, modern STEM labs and an acclaimed outdoor-ed program. Strong VCE results and direct bus links make zoning irrelevant—parents happily relocate or rent nearby, driving competition for four-bedroom family homes.

6

Catherine McAuley College

114 votes

Across twin campuses in central Bendigo and Junortoun, Catherine McAuley College blends Mercy tradition with cutting-edge tech hubs, strong arts pathways and competitive sport. Reliable bus routes widen the enrolment catchment, sustaining rental demand from teachers and families prioritising all-round Catholic education.

7

Murray River

111 votes

A 45-minute drive north unlocks the Murray’s house-boats, riverside golf courses and water-ski comps. Residents enjoy day-trip flexibility: paddle-steamer cruises in Echuca, farmers’ markets in Barham or quiet cod fishing at Cohuna. That ready holiday access is a lifestyle trump card when marketing local properties.

8

Lake Eppalock

107 votes

Lake Eppalock’s sprawling shoreline is Bendigo’s aquatic playground—jet-skiing, sailing regattas and bankside camping all within 25 minutes of town. Weekend barbecues in shaded picnic areas and popular holiday parks fuel steady tourism spend, underpinning hospitality jobs and bolstering demand for nearby holiday rentals.

9

Eaglehawk Shopping Centre

104 votes

Compact yet comprehensive, Eaglehawk Shopping Centre packs supermarket, pharmacy, post office and cafés around a convenient central car park. Quick errands and coffee catch-ups become part of the daily rhythm, enhancing walkability scores and lifting the suburb’s appeal with downsizers and busy young families.

10

Epsom Primary School

102 votes

Modern learning pods, a covered sports court and a thriving parents’ club make Epsom Primary a magnet for first-home buyers. Walk-to-school convenience trims morning chaos, and agents never miss highlighting that precious five-minute drop-off in listing blurbs for three-bedroom brick homes.

11

Campaspe River

102 votes

The Campaspe flows past Axedale and Rochester, offering riverside walking tracks, family fishing spots and scenic picnic lawns. Properties backing onto the water enjoy resident platypus sightings and cool summer breezes—natural advantages that translate to strong buyer interest and above-average time-on-market figures.

12

Canterbury Park

94 votes

Canterbury Park combines footy ovals, netball courts, an athletics track and leafy barbecue areas beside Lake Neangar. Saturday sport buzz, community events and twilight dog walks foster strong neighbourhood ties, boosting Eaglehawk’s reputation as Bendigo’s most community-minded pocket for active families.

13

Lake Tom Thumb

94 votes

Tucked behind Eaglehawk Golf Course, diminutive Lake Tom Thumb punches above its weight: bird-watching hides, boardwalks and abundant yabbies keep locals returning. Waterfront blocks are rare and tightly held, with agents citing peaceful outlooks and kid-friendly fishing as key lifestyle attractions.

14

Bendigo Botanic Gardens

77 votes

Established in 1857, the Bendigo Botanic Gardens at White Hills showcase heritage oaks, a modern playground and the award-winning Garden for the Future. Community picnics, open-air concerts and spring blossom strolls make the gardens a year-round drawcard, lifting surrounding suburb profile and property prices.

15

Huntly Primary School

76 votes

Huntly Primary balances small-school warmth with specialist art and PE teachers plus a kitchen-garden program. Spacious semi-rural blocks nearby attract families seeking elbow room without losing Bendigo access, pushing land prices steadily north as growth along the Midland Highway marches on.

16

Maiden Gully Primary School

66 votes

Set among tall gums, Maiden Gully Primary offers expansive ovals, veggie gardens and strong music programs. Safe bike paths, before-care and a supportive parent community mean three-bedroom homes within the zone often attract multiple offers quickly after hitting the market.

17

Strathfieldsaye Primary School

60 votes

Strathfieldsaye Primary pairs open-plan classrooms with a full-time wellbeing officer and extensive sports opportunities. Parents rave about the inclusive culture; agents rave about how quickly four-bedroom brick homes within walking distance change hands—often after spirited Saturday auction action.

18

Neangar Park

58 votes

Neangar Park surrounds its namesake lake with footy ovals, a croquet club and shady picnic lawns. Community sport under lights and weekend markets generate year-round activity, and nearby character cottages reap the benefits of uninterrupted green views and easy recreation access.

19

Strathfieldsaye Shopping Centre

54 votes

Woolworths, bottle-shop, GP clinic and drive-through coffee all sit inside Strathfieldsaye’s modern village hub. A five-minute dash for forgotten dinner ingredients or quick script repeats removes CBD hassles, reinforcing the suburb’s reputation as Bendigo’s most self-contained family enclave.

20

Neangar Park Golf Course

52 votes

Eaglehawk’s Neangar Park Golf Course serves up an 18-hole, tree-lined layout with affordable memberships, twilight comps and welcoming junior clinics. Homes bordering fairways enjoy sweeping green outlooks and easy buggy access, features that consistently command a modest price premium over neighbouring streets.