PHOTO: The beachside suburb of Balgal Beach is “paradise”. Image: My Property Agent

In a country mad about the beach and the oceanside lifestyle, a prized home on the water or nearby in cities like Sydney, Brisbane and Perth will set you back millions.

So it might be hard to believe that it’s possible to buy a house a stone’s throw from the beach for as little as $49,000.

Pristine beaches and large blocks of land are what welcome you at Balgal Beach, the cheapest suburb in Australia to buy a house.

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