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9 Mugga Way
Forrest ACT 2603

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 2327m2
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Property Details for 9 Mugga Way, Forrest

9 Mugga Way, Forrest is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 2327m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in February 2022.

Building Type
House
Land Size
2327m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
FORREST: Block 12, Section 37

Last Listing description (February 2022)

Combining the elegant character of its 1930s pedigree with meticulous modern refinements, this captivating family residence in one of Canberra's most desirable locations, the 'Golden Mile', unfolds superbly on a sprawling 2327 m2 block, set amid manicured gardens with water-feature, alfresco areas and a full-size tennis court.

From the moment you enter the auto gates and arrive on the circular driveway amongst beautiful established trees and formal hedging you know that something special lies beyond the front entry. Opposite Red Hill parkland, and close to popular Manuka and Deakin shops, as well as both Grammar and numerous other reputable schools the residence is positioned conveniently to a wide range of lifestyle benefits.

Although grand in size, with wide hallways and high ceilings, the residence retains a warm, charming atmosphere with a H-shaped design and dedicated rooms that distinguish between work, rest and play, yet offer a practical flow maintaining family connectivity.

There's a large office off the formal entry with dual built-in workstations and custom storage.

Multiple bright and light central living areas provide enormous flexibility and include a formal lounge with open fireplace, full-height French doors and windows either side offering views and access to stunning rear gardens; including a Golden Ash feature tree made centrepiece with fairy lights in the rear entertaining area.

There's also a welcoming family room capturing northerly sun with an additional cosy wood fireplace, plus a spacious formal dining room; currently set up as a media room.

The large well-appointed kitchen is designed for those who love to entertain. It pairs perfectly with the adjacent conservatory style meals area; a light-drenched triple-aspect space also opening out to the enchanting gardens and outdoor entertaining.

The spacious master bedroom at the opposite end of the home also has direct garden access through French doors to a tranquil sanctuary and has a large custom walk-in wardrobe and designer ensuite including a floating vanity, high quality materials, fixtures and fittings.

There's plenty of space for family and friends with a luxurious main bathroom and four additional beautifully appointed bedrooms, three of which overlook the artificial grassed tennis court.

In a prized location within walking distance of Canberra's leading private schools, boutique shopping strips and just minutes from the city and the airport, this home presents a singular opportunity for a premium and undemanding lifestyle.

FEATURES:

Impressive, gated family home with circular driveway in premier location

Combining contemporary with old world charming features incl formal entry, high ceilings, French doors + sash windows

Large, dedicated office overlooking formal gardens, built-in workstations + custom cabinetry

Formal lounge with open fireplace, formal built-in display cabinetry with French doors leading to garden terrace

Family room with granite-hearth fireplace also leading via French doors to rear garden

Formal dining room or media room

Generous storage throughout the home

Large kitchen with island bench, walk-in pantry, granite benchtops, exceptional storage and a range of Miele appliances including oversize 900mm oven, separate steamer oven & induction cooktop

Sunny conservatory style meals area with triple aspect overlooking gardens & alfresco dining

Large master retreat with custom walk-in wardrobe and ensuite featuring walk-in shower with rain-head fitting, floating vanity, heated towel rail + underfloor heating

Four additional bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, two with built-in study nooks - all overlooking gardens and/or tennis court

Family bathroom with bathtub, walk-in shower, floating vanity, heated towel rail + separate toilet both rooms with underfloor heating

Large laundry with exceptional storage and zoned to include a dedicated ironing + airing space

Hardwood Brush box timber flooring throughout front entry, hallway + living areas

Ducted reverse-cycle heating & cooling

Secure electric gates, and external lighting

Security system

Integrated sound system with inbuilt speakers main bedroom & outside courtyard

North-facing fully irrigated formal and fragrant gardens featuring gardenias, daphne, crepe myrtles, maples, tree ferns, conifer and jasmine hedging, stone walls, a water feature +new fencing

garden utility area concealing 4, 17,500 litre water tanks (A total of 70,000 litres) to maintain garden with efficient drip system

Flat lawned area with additional paved space

Two magical alfresco dining spaces across two garden levels, one with integrated outdoor speakers, curved retaining walls and shaded by mature Golden Ash tree

Full-sized artificial grass tennis court

Double-bricked wine room with storage for 500+ bottles

Integrated storage room with external access & power

Double garage with storage & internal access

Additional paved two-car parking space

Property History for 9 Mugga Way, Forrest, ACT 2603

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
09 Feb 2022
  • 09 Feb 2022
    Sold
  • 27 Jan 2022
    Listed for Sale Auction
  • 16 Jul 2021
    Listed for Sale Contact Agent
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About Forrest 2603

The size of Forrest is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 7 parks covering nearly 10.1% of total area. The population of Forrest in 2011 was 1,468 people. By 2016 the population was 1,602 showing a population growth of 9.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Forrest is 50-59 years. Households in Forrest are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Forrest work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 69.6% of the homes in Forrest were owner-occupied compared with 62.4% in 2016.

Forrest has 1,249 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forrest have seen a 14.98% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 14.28% increase. As at 31 October 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in Forrest is $2,683,994 while the median value for Units is $837,624.
  • Houses have a median rent of $723 while Units have a median rent of $620.
There are currently 15 properties listed for sale, and 5 properties listed for rent in Forrest on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 45 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Forrest.

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