Home of the week: Downer residence offers modern living in central Canberra

Drawn to contemporary living but like idea of residing in one of Canberra’s leafy, established suburbs? This inner north home could be for you.

The striking, single-storey house sits on a quiet suburban street in Downer, a central location close to shops, green space and the incoming light rail route.

Benemma Constructions is behind this new, four-bedroom residence where spacious living reigns supreme.

A double-sided feature gas fireplace separates the formal lounge room at the front of the house from the open-plan living and dining area at the rear.

It’s overlooked by a streamlined kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, a long island bench and breakfast bar, and plenty of storage including a walk-in pantry.

A fresh, neutral palette and spotted gum timber floors throughout shine and will appeal to a range of buyers.

The open-plan space flows onto a covered alfresco area through full length double stacker doors. This outdoor room with timber decking is perfect for entertaining.

A separate rumpus room nearby will contain the spoils of childhood, or could be used as a study or spare bedroom.

Parents will appreciate the segregation of the main suite at the front of the home. It encompasses a spacious bedroom, walk-in robe and a large en suite complete with a free-standing bathtub, shower, large double vanity, and toilet.

The remaining three bedrooms with built-in robes are off the hallway.

They surround a main bathroom featuring a built-in bath, seamless glass shower and toilet.

One bedroom also connects to its own en suite, including a shower and toilet, making it perfect for guests.

A double garage with storage space and a powder room, double-glazed windows, and ducted airconditioning are among the other features.

The residence is surrounded by easy-care, landscaped grounds.

We love: Spacious, modern living perfect for a family seeking a central Canberra lifestyle.

Downer

30 Swinden Street

Price guide: $1.25 million-plus

EER: 6

Agents: Rob Cappuccio and Leanne Palmer, Belle Property Kingston, 0410 121 601 or 0400 545 343

Auction: September 9 at 1pm, on-site

Inspect: September 2, 11am-11.45am

See more: goo.gl/21BWvt

Need to know

Land: 653 square metres

Highest recorded sale in the past 12 months: $1,081,300 for 18 Burn Place in March

Surrounding area:

Downer is in Canberra’s inner north, beneath a backdrop of Mount Majura and Mount Ainslie. The suburb features parkland and its own shops. The shops precinct is undergoing a revitalisation as new businesses open, while a medium-density development is slated nearby. Downer is also close to the Dickson shops, the Australian Catholic University and various schools. It’s bordered by Northbourne Avenue and Antill Street.

Recent sales: Downer

$1,009,500

96 Melba Place in March

$980,000

48 Swinden Street in June

$996,000

28 Berry Street in September