24 Melbourne AvenueDeakin ACT 2600
Property Details for 24 Melbourne Ave, Deakin
Last Listing description (August 2022)
A spectacular blend of classic architectural lines and elegance with modern finishes, this c1928 stately home unfolds over two levels on a 1625m2 block and harks back to a time of refined entertaining and graceful living. A former residence of the Commonwealth Commissioner of Patents, and the Chief of the Navy, the visual splendour begins in the circular-shaped drive, where porphyry cobble stones have been meticulously hand-laid in an intricate European fan pattern, adding a continental touch for those arriving at the gated portico entrance. Cradled peacefully off the formal entry of travertine flooring is a well-crafted study flaunting original built-in cabinetry and sash windows that hint at the warm, enticing spaces awaiting throughout the rest of the home.
A glorious dining room capable of seating 20 plus guests is steeped in occasion, with lofty ceilings, an original open fireplace, parquet floors, full-height paned windows and French doors that open to a delightful terrace overlooking the pool and gardens. Beautiful and charming, the formal lounge's magnificent open fireplace is a focal point as well as a cosy place to curl up in colder months, also with northerly sun watching the gardens perform their seasonal changes.
To the rear of the residence, original features have been blended with contemporary upgrades in the casual living spaces, including a dream kitchen with stunning quartzite feature stone tops and splashbacks with double-sized apron sink, 6-burner gas cooktop and integrated appliances. Upstairs there are three king-sized bedrooms and a roomy single bedroom, all with built-in wardrobes, parquet floors, treetop views and plantation shutters. Aside from its bright ensuite the master also has three built-in wardrobes plus a charming dressing room. Adjacent to the impressive pool terrace is an additional guest suite with shiplap ceilings and a contemporary ensuite. Enveloped by picturesque gardens that boast mature pin oaks, Chinese elms, camellias, hydrangeas, and a custom-built double-height hardened-glass greenhouse with temperature-sensitive louvres, it's a setting of leafy grandeur and understated elegance. Steps away from Parliament House and Canberra Girls Grammar and just moments from Manuka, Kingston and the Canberra CBD, this is a statement home of captivating convenience.
FEATURES
Updated two-storey original double-brick Canberra home (circa 1928) with grand gated portico entry with travertine flooring and staircase, and high ceilings throughout
Electronically gated four-car garage with built-in ladder to attic storage, additional storage alcove and off-street parking for a further three cars (+ extra if needed)
Formal dining and formal lounge, both with original open fireplaces
Casual living and meals area with French door access to terrace and gardens
Updated kitchen with stunning Quartzite stone tops and splashbacks, apron sink with insinkerator, 4-seat peninsula, utility cupboard, display cabinets, soft-close storage drawers, 6-burner Highland gas cooktop and integrated Siemens oven + combination microwave and oven
Large laundry with good storage and dedicated hanging rack
Downstairs guest bathroom with bathtub
Upstairs family bathroom with full height tiling
Large master bedroom with built-in wardrobes and dressing room (a total of 5 wardrobes) + functional, bright and light ensuite
Three additional bedrooms, two king-sized with dual aspects and built-in wardrobes and one single-sized bedroom with built-in wardrobes with lovely treetop garden views including views to Parliament House (from the Master and single bedrooms)
Plantation louvre shutters - internal + external (fully operational) - incl sliding louvre shutters off French doors from the living room
12.5 x 5m in-ground salt-chlorinated pool with electronic heat pump guest studio with contemporary ensuite
Ducted gas heating throughout with reverse-cycle air conditioning upstairs and to living/meals area
39 solar panels + two batteries (13 KW) - energy reward through investment in the environment
Mature trees and beautiful formal landscaped garden rooms in amongst a European style garden setting
Custom hardened-glass greenhouse with temperature-sensitive louvres
Fully automated inground irrigation system
Back to base alarm system
Property History for 24 Melbourne Ave, Deakin, ACT 2600
- 21 May 2022Sold for $4,100,000
- 21 Apr 2022Listed for Sale Auction
- 14 Apr 2015Transferred
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The size of Deakin is approximately 3.6 square kilometres. It has 7 parks covering nearly 29.2% of total area. The population of Deakin in 2011 was 2,785 people. By 2016 the population was 2,889 showing a population growth of 3.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Deakin is 10-19 years. Households in Deakin are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Deakin work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 72.2% of the homes in Deakin were owner-occupied compared with 70.6% in 2016.
Deakin has 1,998 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Deakin have seen a 40.39% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 8.25% increase. As at 30 September 2024:
- The median value for Houses in Deakin is $1,922,281 while the median value for Units is $784,213.
- Houses have a median rent of $908 while Units have a median rent of $545.
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