The best homes for sale in Murrumbateman and what you can expect to pay

Murrumbateman is on an upward trajectory with all indicators pointing toward an even brighter future.

That’s certainly the opinion of local agents – with facts to back them up.

John Lennie of Elders Murrumbateman says a government $100 million road upgrade pledge will have a significant impact on the cross-border town.

“That’s going to effectively bring the ACT even closer and further enhance the Murrumbateman appeal,” he says.

“And the Yass council is making significant investments in land and infrastructure as a demonstration of its confidence.”

Lennie says the resident population is continuing to grow with at least two factors prompting the growth.

“Canberrans are attracted because of the value proposition and the country lifestyle,” he says.

“The median price of a new 4x2x2 home is around $840,000 but it’s likely to be sitting on at least 800 square metres.”

Graham Bush of Independent Property Group Inner North & City says he’s been living in Murrumbateman for several years.

“What you get out here is incredible,” he says, “There’s space, fresh air and a real sense of community.

“And it’s an easy commute into Canberra with a distinct change of pace when you get home.”

Bush says entry price homes are around $650,000 while top-end properties typically range up to around $1.5 million.

“Murrumbateman is a viable place to live with many people now able to work part of the week from home,” he says.

“And you’ve got everything you need – wineries, horse riding, a great little pub and more.”

• Land. If room to move and play is your thing, then you will find your dollars buy more of it at Murrumbateman – from 800-square-metre residential blocks up to big farming spreads.
• Location. The cross-border location is in easy commuting distance of Canberra – or Yass or even Goulburn. And school bus schedules ensure children can get to and from schools in either direction.
• Lifestyle. Murrumbateman is close enough to access the attractions, conveniences and necessities of the city, but far enough way to forge its own identity – slow down, smell the grapes and taste the wine.

Allhomes’ top pick of homes for sale in Murrumbateman:

4 Horton Close

Price guide: $1.38 million

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

There’s land and there’s big land – and on big land you can build big houses like this 603-square-metre beauty on the Jiparu Estate in Murrumbateman.

This home revels in its space and its features are designed around enhancing that feeling with high coffered ceilings that help flood the residence with light.

Its residential core radiates from one of the most fashionable kitchens that you’ll ever experience with views of the rural countryside through a giant panorama window. The kitchen includes polished thick waterfall stone benchtops, custom cabinetry, and a hidden pantry room.

Adjacent is a dining area leading onto a covered entertaining area. There’s also a family room with a built-in fireplace and double french doors leading outside.

The master wing houses a rumpus or gym room along with a 44-square-metre suite, complete with dressing area and an en suite with custom cabinetry, raised sinks and antique brass fittings.

The guest wing comprises three large secondary bedrooms, a study with built-in cabinets, a family or guest bathroom, and a laundry/mudroom.

Vehicles are accommodated in an oversized double garage with high ceilings and there’s ample on-property guest parking on this 11,660-square-metre block.

A school bus operates from the corner of Jiparu Drive and Horton Close – about 150 metres away.

Jiparu Estate is five minutes to Murrumbateman village, 18 minutes to Yass and 20 minutes to Canberra’s northern suburbs.

Or try these…

25 Jiparu Drive

Price guide: $1.395 million

6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

61 Merryville Drive

Price guide: $1.05 million-$1.15 million

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car spaces

3 Fenton Close

Price guide: $1.6 million-$1.8 million

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 car spaces