Top 4 homes in Canberra to inspect this weekend

With a flurry of appointments and a case of cabin fever, I’ve found myself driving all over the place in the past week. It really gave me an appreciation of how different our suburbs, and the homes within them, truly are.

In the course of 10 minutes, you can transition from brand new family-friendly parks and sprawling, sparkling new builds to quiet leafy streets lined with heritage homes.

No matter what type of family you have, or what kind of home you’re on the hunt for, there truly is something for everyone. With plenty of properties hitting the market, now’s the time to take a look.

Gilmore

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On the market for the first time since 1987, this home has been lovingly renovated over the years by the owners.

Highlights include a gourmet kitchen with a large pantry, a lounge room with fireplace, a built-in study nook, and a pergola and deck overlooking the vegetable garden.

Multiple outdoor entertaining spaces provide plenty of space for larger families.

The generous parent’s retreat – formerly a rumpus room – includes a walk-in wardrobe, fully renovated en suite, and lounge area.

Enjoying a quiet location directly opposite a reserve, the home also provides easy access to nearby parks and playgrounds.

Price guide: $1.1 million +

Auction: 10am, February 5

Agent: Jonny Warren Properties, Jonny Warren 0431 797 891

Barton

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As far as Canberra views are concerned, Parliament House and Black Mountain Tower are hard to beat and this three-bedroom apartment serves up stellar views of both, in an enviable location.

The light-filled open-plan living room and kitchen, which boasts Miele appliances, flows seamlessly onto the spacious balcony.

The bedrooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows. The main bedroom has a walk-in-robe and ensuite and the two bedrooms have built-in-robes with easy access to the main bathroom and study nook.

The property has ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling, promising year-round comfort.

Other features include intercom security, two car spaces and ample storage space.

Price guide: $1.2 million +

Auction: 10am, February 12

Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413

Deakin

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This four-bedroom home features brush box timber floors, an impressive kitchen with concrete benchtops and Smeg appliances, and a large living area with a gas fireplace.

From here, it spills out onto the covered alfresco area via the bi-fold doors with views of lush greenery surrounding the home.

Up the floating stainless steel and timber staircase, you’ll find a rumpus room, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

The house has double-glazed windows throughout,  ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning and plenty of storage throughout with a number of linen cupboards and built-in storage spaces.

Price guide: $1.75 million +

Auction: 6pm, February 10

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Dan McAlpine 0401 005 282

Garran

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There is something deeply calming about the home at 50 Curlewis Crescent.  

The unassuming facade leaves visitors in awe of the beautifully renovated mid-century masterpiece that awaits inside. Thankfully, the home still embraces its 1960s retro essence of asymmetrical vaulted ceilings, character skylights, stunning timber flooring and full-height windows. 

A contemporary kitchen sits in the heart of the home to service multiple living areas for all types of occasions (and every member of the family). It has a formal lounge for elegant entertaining, a dining and family room for day to day living, and an additional sun-drenched rumpus for everything else. 

An abundance of storage enables a home free of clutter, and a clear mind for all who reside within it. 

Price guide: $1.6 million +

Auction: 4:30pm,  February 3

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Alex Whitelock 0412 306 877