Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

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

Flynn

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A typically modern Canberra abode on the outside. An exceptional French provincial family home on the inside. At 1/49 Spalding Street, expect the unexpected. 

Minimal details make all the difference: a coffered ceiling; feature wall paneling; custom joinery. By the look of it, it’s a home fit for royalty. 

A quiet upper-level living room commands the void that looks down to the ground-floor living and dining area. Five bedrooms are matched by five bathrooms, because sharing is absolutely unnecessary (at least, that’s how I imagine a Queen would like it). 

The “royal” suite exists in the form of a completely separate bedroom or multipurpose room, with an additional living area and en suite. The main quarters features the most glamourous of bathrooms with brass fittings, dual vanity and heated towel rail. 

In the summer months, those meals can be devoured in the covered al fresco entertaining area, overlooking the lush grounds.

Price guide: $1.25 million-$1.35 million 

Auction: 1.30pm, August 7

Agent: McGrath Canberra, Natalie Kokic Schmidt 0428 082 363 885

Casey

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If style and sophistication are high on your list of priorities, then you simply can’t ignore this Casey home.

Inside, soaring 3.3-metre ceilings tower overhead while large double-glazed windows draw in natural light, enhancing the sense of space.

There are three large living areas and the designer kitchen is a cook’s dream with a timber benchtop, white cabinetry and an integrated fridge and dishwasher.

On winter nights, you can relax in front of the gas fireplace plus there’s ducted evaporative cooling throughout and split system air-conditioning.

The main bedroom suite is separated from the other bedrooms and features a walk-in wardrobe. Entertaining guests will be a joy on the two poolside decks or under the pergola.

Price guide: Circa $1.5 million

Auction: 2pm, August 21

Agent: Agent Team Canberra, Steve Lowe 0414 720 532

Turner

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This two-storey home presents a contemporary facade highlighting a rustic theme with a mixture of durable materials like copper and porcelain cladding.

A custom front door made from upcycled hardwood and glass is sure to impress. So, too, will the polished concrete flooring and private front courtyard.

Inside, you’re welcomed by an open-plan living and dining room with a vaulted ceiling and reclaimed red gum hardwood beams.

The kitchen boasts a large Caesarstone island bench with waterfall edges, top-of-the-line appliances and an abundance of storage.

The bedrooms are all generously proportioned and the bathrooms all feature Instagram-worthy pink subway tiles with matt black tapware and LED-lit vanities.

Price guide: $1.45 million

Auction: 10am, August 21

Agent: Independent Inner North & City, Chris Uren 0407 466 199

Mawson

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Located in a boutique complex of only seven homes, this townhouse has instant appeal, basking in winter sunshine thanks to its ideal northerly aspect.

No. 7 occupies one of the most favourable positions and is a lovely display of sandstone and timber accents complemented by attractive gardens.

When you walk through the front doors, the high ceilings bring in a wealth of natural light thanks to the grand windows throughout. If you’re whipping up a home-cooked meal while watching the Olympics, you’ll never miss a win with the lounge room right in front of the stylish kitchen.

New home owners will enjoy low-maintenance living with the beautifully landscaped gardens.

The property is only minutes from the local Swinger Hill shops and Mawson Southlands Shopping Centre.

Price guide: $1.25 million +

Auction: Noon, August 14

Agent: Luton Properties Dickson, Aniko & Peter Carey 0429 487 939