Waterfront suburbs have always been popular and price momentum has never been greater than in the last few years. Half Moon Bay is no exception to the rule. Rapidly rising property values means that many of the original 1970s homes have justified complete overhauls to bring them out of the Brady Bunch era and up to the standard required by discerning, well-to-do contemporary families. Some of the renovations are sympathetic and tasteful; others perhaps less so. Planning regulations mean that subdivision in this area is very restricted; which means that the shapes and colours of the homes might change, but the essential character of the place is guaranteed to remain the same. There are plenty of good schools and the Half Moon Bay ferry makes travel to and from the CBD virtually stress-free compared to the motorway alternative.