[Estate] House and Land
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Overview
Mernda is a growing suburb located about 26 km north-east of Melbourne’s CBD in the City of Whittlesea, Victoria, with postcode 3754. Originally a rural township, Mernda has transformed into a major residential growth area while still retaining some semi-rural character on its outskirts. It is popular with families and first-home buyers because it offers newer housing estates, parks, and community facilities at a more affordable price than many inner and middle Melbourne suburbs.
Local amenities in Mernda continue to expand as the population grows. Residents have access to community centres, medical clinics, sporting facilities, playgrounds, and walking trails, including areas around the Mernda and Plenty Valley parklands. The suburb has several supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and everyday services, while larger retail and entertainment options are available nearby in South Morang and Epping.
Shopping is centred around Mernda Junction Shopping Centre and nearby local retail precincts, which provide supermarkets, specialty stores, dining options, and essential services. For more extensive shopping, residents commonly travel to Westfield Plenty Valley in South Morang.
Education is a strong feature of the suburb, with a number of government and private schools serving the area, including Mernda Primary School, Mernda Central College, and other nearby primary and secondary schools. Childcare centres and early learning services are also widely available, making the area attractive to young families.
Transportation is one of Mernda’s key advantages. Mernda railway station is the northern terminus of Melbourne’s Mernda train line, providing direct rail access to the CBD. The suburb is also served by several bus routes connecting to surrounding suburbs and shopping centres, and road access is available via Plenty Road and connecting arterial roads, making commuting by car relatively convenient for Melbourne’s northern corridor.
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Do I Qualify?
Eligibility Criteria
The Following Eligibility Criteria Will Apply
- Available for ‘Brand New’ purchases only; including townhouses, apartments & freestanding houses
- Purchase must be made through one of FHBA’s partner’s or a new property provider approved by FHBA
- Your ‘first home loan’ must be arranged through FHBA Mortgages (exceptions may apply)
- The FHBA 50 Rebate is paid in addition to your State’s First Home Owners Grant & Stamp Duty concessions
- Complimentary Insurance Consultation with FHBA Protect to ensure you are protected
- You must agree to the full terms and conditions outlined in our client agreement new homes service before buying
How much is it?
Eligible FHBA first home buyer clients will be entitled to a 50% cash rebate on the total referral fees paid to FHBA (FHBA Pty Limited) from the new home provider you proceed with (should FHBA have a referral agreement with the provider)
The FHBA 50 Rebate will typically range from $2,500 to $12,000 depending on factors such as the property type, property location and property builder.
The rebate will be paid after the full referral fees are received by FHBA from the new homes provider first
Eligible Properties
To be eligible, the property must be from an FHBA new homes provider partner or approved by FHBA first
- House & Land
- Apartment
- Townhouse / Unit
- Display Homes
- Dual Living
- Dual Occupancy
- Duplex
- Studio
Example
A first home buyer couple meet an FHBA Coach and tell the Coach about their desired property. After working out their budget, the Coach show’s them a range of properties from FHBA’s New Homes partners. The QLD couple are interested in a house & land package through an FHBA partnered builder. The builder completes the sale with the client including some custom inclusions. The builder pay’s FHBA an agreed referral fee of $15,000.” “The couple will be entitled to the following government grant and incentives:
| Incentive Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| QLD Govt. FHOG Grant (2016/17 FY) | $20,000 |
| Stamp Duty Payable | NIL |
| FHBA 50 Rebate (50% of $15,000) | $7,500 |
| Total $ Incentives | 27,500 |
Please note that the FHOG and incentives are subject to change.
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