What are the benefits of moving into a newly-built home in Canberra?

New or very recent builds come packed with advantages for home buyers, according to local agents.

Yash Sethi of New Door Properties, who lists this week’s Throsby feature property, says flexibility in space and high levels of comfort are top of the list.

“COVID changed people‘s mindsets around what they need from a home and the answer for many has been to seek more room and more flexibility within those spaces,” he says.

“Work-from-home as an ongoing option has created a need for studies or home offices, or for other rooms that can be converted to that purpose.”

Sethi says people are also drawn to new builds because they incorporate the latest advances in home design and are completed with on-trend fixtures, fittings and finishes.

James Carter of Carter and Co Agents says land shortages are also driving the popularity of knockdown-rebuilds, renovations and extensions throughout the ACT.

“People are looking to maximise home value with more multigenerational living options and through other innovations like granny flats,” he says.

“Buyers are also considering their space requirements in light of work-from-home options and in higher levels of energy efficiency in the face of rising costs.”

Carter says another driver for new builds is the desire to become part of a community, and he nominates Ginninderry as a successful masterplan.

“There are different dwelling options and it offers a great lifestyle close to all kinds of amenities and transport,” he says.

• Latest features: Home buyers who aspire to the latest in fixtures, fittings and finishes are drawn to new or recent builds that reflect current trends in living, kitchen, bathroom and outdoor spaces.
• Less maintenance: The emphasis is back on lifestyle, with new and recent builds offering significantly reduced maintenance needs. These homes also reflect the latest technology in plumbing, electricity, heating and cooling.
• Energy efficiency: New homes are built with the latest construction materials and building technologies that meet or exceed energy efficiency standards. This can include insulation and other features like double or triple glazing.

Check out our top pick of homes for sale:

Throsby

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This Throsby gem, built in 2021, is just the ticket for a buyer after a home with all the latest features.

The appeal starts from the kerb with a stunning facade that combines glass, stone, metal cladding and renders.

A timber porch with a glass roof makes an arrival statement and leads into an entry space enlarged by a 5.8-metre void. Inside is 287 square metres of living space.

The open-plan living and dining area has a soaring 3.5-metre ceiling which gives a sense of space. It’s complemented by a formal living area with an electric fireplace and a feature wall.

The kitchen comes with a butler’s pantry that’s the size of a standard kitchen. The actual kitchen showcases an enormous island bench, a breakfast bar and plenty of appliances and storage.

The main bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe, a luxurious en suite and a private balcony. It’s adjoined by a guest bedroom, also with an en suite. There are two other spacious bedrooms with built-in robes here.

An al fresco area sits under the main roof and is equipped with a kitchen. The highlight of the outdoor space is an inground jacuzzi with a spa.

The home’s downstairs space is set up to easily perform as self-contained accommodation, with two bedrooms.

It has a private entrance, a kitchen, a living area and a courtyard. The package is completed by a double garage with a motorised roller door to the rear garden.

Auction: 12pm, November 12

Agent: New Door Properties, Yash Sethi 0406 551 043 & Abhi Parashar 0404 525 998

This feature is part of an Allhomes Deluxe package.

Or try these:

Denman Prospect

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Price guide: $1.8 million+

Auction: 2pm, November 5

Agent: Carter and Co Agents, James Carter and Nik Brozinic 0400 280 728

Macquarie

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Price guide: $2.5 million+

Auction: 5:30pm, November 2

Agent: Independent Gungahlin, Michael Wang 0402 552 186

Whitlam

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Price guide: $1.029 million

Private sale

Agent: Carter and Co Agents, James Carter and Nik Brozinic 0400 280 728