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88 Melba Place
Downer ACT 2602

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 139m2
Land area: 942m2
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Property Details for 88 Melba Pl, Downer

88 Melba Pl, Downer is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1961. The property has a land size of 942m2 and floor size of 139m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in June 2023.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1961
Floor Size
139m2
Land Size
942m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
DOWNER: Block 44, Section 54

Last Listing description (January 2019)

It s not very often properties of this calibre are offered for lease in the Canberra market. This home is literally a private oasis in the city.
Sprawling manicured gardens fill the 942 m2 block and are tended fortnightly by a gardener, leaving you only to enjoy bbq s in the evening, sunny days in the shade reading a book, or even relaxing on the front lawn with a glass of wine.
Internally this huge home has been immaculately cared for, from the glossy parquetry floors, to the newly renovated main bathroom, to the neutral colour scheme and functional layout this home offers just so much to lucky tenants!

A welcoming entry open into the large lounge/living room which then flows into the grand formal dining room and segregated kitchen at the rear none of this looking at dirty dishes whilst you entertain!
But the view from the functional and well-constructed kitchen magical, like every aspect of this property, enjoyment of the gardens and views are carefully considered.
Down the hall are 2 large bedrooms, both with BIRs and well thought out storage.
This is where the property is pretty special the original building has been beautifully renovated to offer a huge walk through study/nursery to a grand master bedroom with WIR and private ensuite.
The master bedroom has newly fitted plantation shutters for privacy, but when opened enjoys beautifully morning and afternoon sun through large windows and doors opening onto a private courtyard/entertaining area.
Not to mention it is on the doorstep of the city Caf s restaurants, schools and shops are moments away.

This stunning home is an absolute must to inspect - Call now!
Features include
3 bedrooms + Study
Master wing with WIR and ensuite
Stunning gardens with gardener
Huge private block
New oven installed 2016
Single garage with workshop
Immaculately presented
Ducted gas heating
Air conditioning unit to living
Well insulated with great quality window dressings
Single garage with workshop

Property History for 88 Melba Pl, Downer, ACT 2602

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Transferred
05 Jun 2023
Listed for Rent
$750/w
14 Dec 2018
  • 05 Jun 2023
    Transferred
  • 04 Dec 2018
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
  • 05 Dec 2017
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Downer 2602

The size of Downer is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 10 parks covering nearly 8.9% of total area. The population of Downer in 2011 was 3,554 people. By 2016 the population was 3,653 showing a population growth of 2.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Downer is 20-29 years. Households in Downer are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $3000 - $3999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Downer work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 59.3% of the homes in Downer were owner-occupied compared with 57.3% in 2016.

Downer has 1,801 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Downer have seen a 45.96% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 73.36% increase. As at 31 October 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in Downer is $1,167,463 while the median value for Units is $511,806.
  • Houses have a median rent of $685 while Units have a median rent of $510.
There are currently 6 properties listed for sale, and 6 properties listed for rent in Downer on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 72 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Downer.

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