Im kind of stuck because I need to live close by ex-DH but alot of the immediate suburbs are a bit iffy. And there arent alot of rentals but alot of interested potential tenants so Im definately NOT going to be the one theyll want to pick.

But in say.....Cronulla I could get a 2 bedroom unit and there are TONS of rentals so I wouldnt be fighting 10 other people with jobs and no kids/1 kid for the one suitable house in my preferred suburb. Plus Cronulla isnt too far from ex-DH and my sister lives there.

I only have the older 2 boys 5 nights a week, they spend weekends with their Dad. Eventually Ds3 will as well so space isnt always a big issue. If downsizing to a 2 bedder Unit means I get a property without fuss then Im willing to sacrifice. Theyll be able to use their outdoor play equipment at their dads.