Top 4 homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

Make an appointment to explore our list of must-inspect properties this week across Canberra.

Braddon

With Rosalie Iannelli

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When it comes to Braddon living, you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s all compact apartment and townhouse living – units that, while they make the most of their floor plans, have very limited space to play with and are filled with residents drawn to the area for its lifestyle benefits.

The home at 11 Farrer Street, on the other hand, is anything but. This full-sized four-bedroom home is as grand and sophisticated as any Inner North home and boasts a mix of lavish indoor and outdoor living areas, with segregated spaces for every member of the family.

The gourmet kitchen sits at the heart of the home and leads into the family and meals area. The space next door houses separate living and formal dining areas.

But one of the most exciting features sits at the back of the home. The rumpus room is more of an entertaining gazebo with a fitted-out bifolding kitchenette that opens onto the deck and backyard areas.

It includes a built-in barbecue, Miele oven, steamer and drawer warmer, integrated fridge and dishwasher. If you’re going to host parties here, you’re going to host them well.

The main bedroom is more of a sanctuary – a place of escape with tranquil garden views away from the home’s main living areas.

It has a built-in wardrobe and an en suite as well as a beautiful outdoor shower with dual rain heads reminiscent of a lavish retreat.

The surrounding landscaped gardens are elegant and perfectly kept, featuring a little of that extra flair you’d expect in Canberra’s coolest suburb.

Price guide: $2 million

Auction: 11am, July 29

Agent: Independent Gungahlin, Paul Corazza 0418 632 217

Griffith

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Having lived in an apartment for a few years now, I can attest to the convenience of the lifestyle. This address is no different but it offers a little more luxury than most.

The three-bedroom home is spread across 182 square metres and was designed by renowned Cox Architecture so it’s no surprise that it oozes opulence. Take the kitchen, for instance. It boasts stainless steel appliances, pendant lighting and a stone-topped, oversized island bench for the spread of your dreams.

There’s an outlook towards the Inner South thanks to the open-plan living and dining space and the floor-to-ceiling windows. Did we mention the spacious butler’s pantry? The main bedroom is another room to behold with a walk-in wardrobe, a private balcony and an en suite.

Price guide: $1.85 million

Auction: 10am, August 5

Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413

Red Hill

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From its stylish kitchen with marble splashback and living spaces that open to a courtyard that has easy access to the street, this is a property that will turn heads. Our personal favourite is the main bedroom with large arched windows that bring in a wealth of natural light.

Price guide: Circa $1.5 million

Private sale

Agent: HIVE Property, Steve Langford 0451 115 122

Narrabundah

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No stone was left unturned at this property. It offers the new owners spacious living spaces, a main bedroom with en suite on the ground floor, and a covered al fresco area that leads out to the yard.

It’s conveniently located within walking distance of local schools and Narrabundah shops.

Price guide: $1.35 million

Auction: 10.45am, August 5

Agent: Hayman Partners, Anthony McCormack 0425 283 588