A day in Franklin: Why home buyers should consider this north-side suburb

Named after the novelist Miles Franklin, Franklin is the innermost suburb of Gungahlin in Canberra’s north. It’s a popular area for families and is a tranquil spot, with nearly 40 acres of parkland.

There’s a good mix of houses, townhouses and apartments, plus ample schools and facilities. Back in 2016, Franklin won the Property Council of Australia’s award for Best Master Planned Community.

Live here, and the Gungahlin Town Centre is just five minutes up the road, or it’s a quick trip into the city via one of Franklin’s light rail stops.

Franklin at a glance

Population: 6419

Median house price: $842,000

Median unit price: $388,500

Domain House Price Report, March qtr 2021

Top sales

6 Alice Crist Street, $1.875 million

11 Jeannie Gunn Street, $1.745 million

155 Oodgeroo Avenue, $1.55 million

51 Henry Kendall Street, $1.4 million

20 Diane Barwick Street, $1.38 million

Eat & Drink

Start your day at Puddle Cafe. Their specialty? Crumpets and coffee. Choose from their specials board for some unique flavour combination.

If you’re after a bit of international flavour, Franklin is the only place in Australia to enjoy the silky smooth creations from American dessert parlour, The Meadows Original Frozen Custard.

Or tuck into a bowl of Hainanese chicken rice at Lion City Restaurant, which serves up a satisfying menu of Singaporean hawker-style food.

See & Do

Franklin boasts one of the most impressive playgrounds in Canberra at Franklin Recreation Park. It’s got something to entertain all ages, from play equipment, lots of grass and an enclosed soccer and basketball court, through to barbecue facilities, a skate park, gym equipment, and table tennis tables – just BYO paddles.

If incredible nail art is more your thing, The Beautique on Flemington Road is the place to go. The beautiful beauty salon is also a relaxing spot to get your waxing, tanning, skin, lashes or brows done.

Move in

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This large family home in Franklin offers high-end, resort-style living, with luxury features including three living areas, an entertainer’s kitchen, a large home theatre and a pool.

Price guide: $1.6 million +

Auction: 11.30am, June 12

Agent: Canberra Property Partners, Brett Russell, 0409 882 375