Clever design prioritises liveability over economy at Essence apartments, Greenway

Essence, Anketell Street, Greenway
$273,900-$595,900
Inspect on Saturday and Sunday, from 10am-4pm
Charles Nussio and Adrian Stroh, Independent Projects, 0424 945 304 or 0423 925 727 

Essence offers its residents choice. Not your run-of-the-mill downsizer’s property, this boutique 62-unit development is situated at the heart of Greenway’s newly revitalised town centre and on the edge of the quiet waters of Lake Tuggeranong.

Its location allows its residents to choose whether to step away from the bustle of town living into the peace offered by the Belvedere boardwalk, the new central park and a network of paths, or to immerse themselves in the street-front cafes, restaurants and bars of this thriving town centre.

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Canberra’s centre and with more than 3000 square metres of commercial space planned, Greenway’s town centre promises all the conveniences of living in the centre of town with none of the compromises.

Essence’s clever stepped design, its distance from other apartment buildings and its enhanced lake views make it the premium choice for housing in the area.

The complex, which has been developed by Coda Property Group, is situated as an integral part of the Belvedere boardwalk. The development’s focus on the lake continues with large balconies and broad, full-heighted windows in all apartments allowing for panoramic views.

Designed by architect Terry Ring to meet the need for smaller scale, more intimate housing, Essence’s apartments are spread over two buildings, with four apartments to each floor. The clever design continues with 90 per cent of apartments facing north.

Liveability has been prioritised over economy in these apartments, with only 62 apartments in the complex.

Inside, the apartments feature a functional open floorplan, fully integrated with outdoor spaces, maximising the availability and functionality of indoor space.

Kitchen spaces feature high-quality Ariston appliances including oven, cooktop, range hood and dishwasher.

Purchasers can choose to add upgrades to a range of inclusions, including swapping to induction cooktops, pyrolytic ovens and double glazed windows. All options, which include one, two and three-bedroom homes, with optional study space are available.

Who lives here: With its boutique apartments and serene lakeside location, Essence is geared towards a more mature audience of empty-nesters looking to downsize rather than first-home buyers.

Feature we love: The gradual stepped-down building design allows all residents to enjoy extensive views over the lake and towards the Brindabella ranges.