Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

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

Wherever you are in your property journey, we hope these top picks spark some inspiration.

Forrest

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It’s hard to picture a 100-year-old house without conjuring up images of dusty cornices and brickwork that needs a little TLC.

That is unless you’ve taken a stroll through Forrest’s heritage enclaves and stumbled upon 48 Dominion Circuit.

This 1920s gem is perfectly preserved with all the charm and character of yesteryear, from the feature timber skirting to the playful bay window in the study.

High ceilings and hardwood floors ensure this three-bedroom home will never go out of fashion, but every care has been taken to bring it into the 21st century with style.

Floor-to-ceiling windows line the refreshed kitchen, lending an open conservatory-like feel to the space. Here you’ll spot stainless-steel Miele appliances and an extra-wide fridge, but if the mood ever strikes you to hark back to simpler times, the two original fireplaces dotted throughout the home provide a cosy nook to warm some chestnuts on a cold winter’s night.

Price guide: $2.5 million

Auction: Noon, March 20

Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Mario Sanfrancesco 0412 488 025

Red Hill

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Standing proud directly opposite Penrhyn Park, this stunning family residence is located in a tightly held street surrounded by house-proud owners.

The block is a 1443-square-metre premier parcel of land and presents a grand five-bedroom, plus rumpus, home that’s ready to move in and enjoy the lifestyle of prestigious Red Hill.

“Generous proportions in the living areas are ideally suited to growing families. The large, private bock is only meters away from Canberra Grammar School and minutes to Manuka Village,” said Stan Platis, director of residential sales at Independent.

“Interest has been incredibly high and is testament to the quality of the family home.  There have been more than 100 people go through the open home inspections with interest from local and interstate buyers.”

Inside, there is plenty of space for entertaining, with formal and informal living and dining areas, a dedicated TV room, sunken family room and open-plan kitchen.

Upstairs, the main bedroom features two balconies and en suite complete with a spa bath. Outdoor entertaining has never felt more effortless. Paved al fresco areas flow from the living rooms.

Come summer the 15-metre, solar-heated swimming pool is the cherry on top of the already outstanding resort-style amenities found at this address.

Price guide: $2.75 million +

Auction: 10am, March 27

Agent: Independent Woden, Jonathan Charles 0413 909 158

Curtin

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They say location reigns supreme in real estate, so when you strike the perfect balance of established and new in a home located in arguably one of Curtin’s most desirable streets, then you have a rare opportunity indeed.

On a 1236-square-metre block, this home offers a leafy outlook from every window.

Inside, space is guaranteed in all the bedrooms while the open-plan kitchen connects seamlessly to the dining areas creating the perfect space to host.

Outside, there is a covered alfresco area that overlooks a feature pond and beautifully landscaped gardens that attract various fauna including king parrots and yellow-tailed black cockatoos.

Nestled on 1236 square metres of land, there is ample room for the children to run wild.

Price guide: $1.975 million

Private sale

Agent: Hayman Partners, Brett Hayman 0411 414 624

Barton

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The market is running hot and no doubt this light-filled apartment in the Inner South won’t be available for long.

Featuring a spacious main bedroom with sliding door access to the balcony, a modern bathroom and a good-sized study, this home is only a short stroll to the best restaurants in town and a few minutes drive to some of Canberra’s landmark institutions including Parliament House.

The kitchen boasts Miele appliances, high-quality fittings and a stone benchtop with marble feature.

If working from home has become your new norm, there is a functional and spacious study.

Other features of the home include the covered outdoor balcony, secure basement parking and storage cage, and NBN connection.

Price guide: $499,000

Private sale

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Linda Lockwood 0411 244 874