The most expensive rentals available in Canberra right now

As summer comes to an end, so too does the annual rush of demand for rental properties from students, graduates and teachers looking to relocate to the ACT – but that doesn’t mean the quality of properties on offer coming into autumn is any less. 

If, when you think rental, you think of a share-house with a leaking roof, think again. Here are eight of the most expensive (and stunning!) rental properties available in Canberra at the moment. 

Forrest

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Luxury finishes and an open-plan layout are just some of the features that will appeal to renters at 16 Hobart Avenue. An entertainer’s delight, the five-bedroom home not only has a pool with an attached deck but also a spacious outdoor patio and modern kitchen nearby. 

The location of the property is prime and within walking distance of Manuka, Barton and the Parliamentary Triangle. 

Price: $2500 a week

Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Kiri Jones 0408 810 527

Yarralumla

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A home that would fit perfectly in Hollywood, 16 Brown Street has a grandeur that is pretty rare in Canberra. With beautifully manicured gardens and an unobstructed view of Lake Burley Griffin, the home is perfect for anyone looking for a little luxury in life. 

The stunning architectural design and premium finishes don’t go unnoticed, and the formal living area provides the perfect parents’ retreat.  

Price: $2200 a week

Agent: Uplus Real Estate, David Wang 0449 988 152

Yarralumla

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Summer will certainly feel never-ending at 14 Weld Street, with the resort-style home featuring a spacious pool area, a spa, an outdoor kitchen, and a covered sitting area that includes overhead heaters and in-ceiling speakers. 

Inside, the house is no less luxurious, with multiple living areas, a huge main bedroom, and a large kitchen with a butler’s pantry – making this property the ultimate in family living. 

Price: $2200 a week

Agent: Blackshaw Queanbeyan and Jerrabomberra, 6297 0005

Kingston

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Only three minutes from the Kingston Foreshore, 72 Printers Way offers a prime location with six bedrooms, a triple garage, an enclosed backyard and leafy views over the south of Canberra. 

Renters will be able to cook up a storm in the generously sized kitchen with free-standing cooktop and oven. With four separate living areas, there is plenty of space to relax.

Price: $1900 a week

Agent: Edge Real Estate, Niki Rizquallah 0415 935 695 

Campbell

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Good things come in small packages, as they say, and this apartment at 121 Blamey Crescent certainly lives up to the adage. 

Although it is split over four levels, don’t worry about taking the stairs, as the home includes a private lift. Either way, the views from the top are worth the effort. The luxurious design brings together practicality, comfort and style. 

Price: $1850 a week

Agent: Berkely Residential, 6295 1600

Yarralumla

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This vine-covered home screams personality. Filled with modern, dark finishes throughout and a flexible floor plan including a spacious deck, it’s not your average rental property. 

Situated just minutes from some of Canberra’s iconic landmarks including Lake Burley Griffin, the National Zoo & Aquarium, and the Royal Canberra Golf Club, the home is an obvious pick for anybody who wants to be close to the action.

Price: $1800 a week

Agent: Hathaway Real Estate, Thomas Hathaway 0404 257 020 or Ben McDowell 0491 202 680 

Deakin

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Brand new and available now, this townhouse in the heart of Deakin will have its occupants feeling right at home with timber floors, high ceilings, and spacious living and bedroom areas. 

Plenty of outdoor sitting areas – including a deck and second-floor balcony – provide the perfect spaces to sit back and relax. If an electric vehicle is on your wish list, the home comes already equipped with a Tesla charger. 

Price: $1550 a week

Agent: Berkely Residential, 6295 1600

Kambah

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Although only five minutes from the Tuggeranong Town Centre or 15 from the city, 41 Mount Vernon Drive feels like it could be in the middle of nowhere. 

Backing on to the Murrumbidgee Country Club and featuring a deck overlooking the course and nearby countryside, the home has magnificent spotted gum timber flooring throughout and a brick fireplace – resulting in a beautiful country estate feel. 

Price: $1350 a week

Agent: Luton Properties Weston Creek and Molonglo Valley, April Sholes 0475 884 531 or Zoe White 0457 716 319