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Overview
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial landholding of approximately 1,155 square meters in the prestigious and highly sought-after location of Meehan Gardens, Griffith. The site is nestled within a leafy and tranquil environment, offering a delightful outlook across the gardens and a strong sense of privacy. The area is known for its established homes, mature landscaping, and a community-oriented atmosphere that adds to its enduring appeal.
Large parcels of land exceeding 1,100 square meters are seldom available in Griffith, making this an exceptional chance to secure a significant block in one of Canberra's most desirable Inner South suburbs. The property currently features a charming original two-bedroom red brick cottage, which is leased at $629 per week until February 2027, providing an immediate income stream while future plans are considered.
The existing home retains many original character features including high ceilings, timber doors, picture rails, sash windows, and solid double-brick construction, reflecting the craftsmanship and charm of a bygone era. This offers a unique blend of heritage appeal and potential for renovation or extension.
For those looking to build, the expansive block offers outstanding potential with the possibility of constructing a second dwelling, subject to necessary approvals. This flexibility allows for maximizing the value of this blue-chip location.
Conveniently located, the property is approximately a 450-meter walk to the popular Griffith Shops and about 1.5 kilometers to the vibrant Manuka precinct, which boasts cafes, restaurants, boutique shopping, and lifestyle amenities. The thriving dining and entertainment precinct of Kingston is also just minutes away, with Canberra City accessible within a 10-minute drive.
Families will appreciate the proximity to excellent educational institutions including St Clare’s College, St Edmund’s College, Narrabundah College, St Benedict’s Primary School, Canberra Grammar School, and Telopea Park High School, all within easy reach.
Situated approximately 7 kilometers from Canberra City, the location offers an easy commute to the CBD, Parliamentary Triangle, and major employment hubs, while enjoying the prestige and peacefulness of one of Canberra’s most tightly held Inner South enclaves.
This address is ideal for families, professionals, downsizers, investors, and those seeking to build their forever home. It combines an enviable location, substantial landholding, and exciting future potential, making it a rare opportunity not to be missed.
Features include:
- Prestigious Meehan Gardens address in the heart of Griffith
- Rare and substantial 1,155sqm block
- Large landholding in a tightly held Inner South location
- Charming original red brick two-bedroom cottage
- Double-brick construction
- Opportunity to renovate, extend or build a dream home
- Potential for a second dwelling, subject to approval
- Currently leased at $629 per week until February 2027
- Beautiful outlook across Meehan Gardens
- Approximately 450m walk to Griffith Shops
- Approximately 1.5km to Manuka Village
- Minutes to Kingston and the Canberra CBD
- Excellent public and private schools nearby
- Outstanding Inner South lifestyle location
- Energy Efficiency Rating (EER): 1.5
- Land Rates: Approximately $9,912
- Unimproved Capital Value (UCV): Approximately $1,800,000
Local Market Insights
In Griffith, Quiet Listings observed 6 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 2 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $2,413,867. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 50%, followed by apartments (42%), and units (8%). Ray White was the most active agency in this area, representing 50.0% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the property information provided, no guarantee is given. Buyers should independently verify all details, inclusions, availability, pricing, and other relevant information directly with the listing agent before relying on this information.
Location
Griffith ACT 2603
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