A day in Isaacs: Why homebuyers should consider this Woden suburb

Hugging the eastern edge of Woden is the quiet suburb of Isaacs.

The suburb takes its name from Sir Isaac Isaacs, the first Australian-born Governor-General of Australia, while the streets are named after people associated with education in Australia.

It’s a suburb of two halves. The western half is made up of pretty suburban living, with manicured streets and plenty of parks and playgrounds. The eastern half is dominated by the leafy expanses of Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve.

Isaacs at a glance

Population: 2,341

Median price houses: $1.216 million

Median price units: $660,000

Top sales

40 Ngunawal Drive, $1.825 million

1 Muecke Place, $1.7 million

33 Whitty Crescent, $1.625 million

33 Whitty Crescent, $1.6 million

2 Reddall Close, $1.555 million

Eat & Drink

Have a sweet tooth? Make a beeline for Isaacs shops for cafe and bakery Supersweet Pastry. Their housemade creations are a treat for your eyes and taste buds, from the flaky danishes and creamy cheese tarts to their melt-in-your-mouth mille crepe cake.

Otherwise, you’re just a stone’s throw from the Mawson shops where there’s an array of foodie options, like all-you-can-eat Japanese at Okami, or authentic schnitzels and pork knuckles at the Austrian Australian Club.

See & Do

Live here and you have the 387-hectare Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve as your extended backyard. It’s a beautiful spot for walking, mountain biking, horse riding, and bird watching. Walk up to Isaacs Ridge for some top-notch views over suburban Canberra.

After your walk, you’ve earned a bit of self-care. Head to Dong Fang Traditional Chinese Massage at Isaacs shops and feel all your stress melt away with a relaxation massage.

Move in

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Boasting commanding mountain views, this modern family home is beautifully renovated over three levels, featuring multiple living areas, spacious bedrooms, a new kitchen with state of the art appliances, Wi-Fi-controlled heating and cooling, and a circular driveway.

Price guide: $1.6 million + 

Auction: 3pm, December 18

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Steve Whitelock, 0402 082 886