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Sold on 01 Mar 2024 for $718,000

16/12 Howitt Street
Kingston ACT 2604

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 101m2
Land area: 3961m2
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Purnell Citywide Real Estate Kingston
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Property Details for 16/12 Howitt St, Kingston

16/12 Howitt St, Kingston is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 2 parking spaces and was built in 2001. The property has a land size of 3961m2 and floor size of 101m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2024. There are other 3 bedroom Unit sold in Kingston in the last 12 months.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
2001
Floor Size
101m2
Land Size
3961m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
KINGSTON: Block 39, Section 19, Unit 16

Last Listing description (March 2024)

Located on Howitt Street which is arguably Canberra’s best apartment street, this spacious three bedroom apartment is a stunning offering to the market. Howitt Street is known for its leafy Pinoak Trees which flank the street and let you experience the seasons as they change year round. It is also known for its perfect location next door to the Kingston Shops and the amenity that they offer such as the new Supabarn Precinct, amazing local cafes, some of Canberra’s best restaurants and its proximity to both Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle. Located in the catchment area for sought after Canberra schools such as Forrest Primary, Red Hill Primary and Telopea Park School.

Stepping inside you will be in awe of the generous floorplan, the neutral pallet and the updates that the owners have done to ensure that the property is move in ready for its new owner. The property combines the best of the older style of buildings we see in Kingston with solid brick construction but finishes that are often sought after in the market such an updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances and reverse-cycle heating and cooling.

‘Howitt Place’ is renowned as one of Kingston’s best developments due to its manicured gardens, its beautiful façade and the fact that it is one of only a few complexes in the area to have a swimming pool. These aspects make it ideal for an owner occupier looking to enjoy the local lifestyle or an investor looking to secure a long term stable investment option.

Summary:
- North facing and flooded with natural light
- A moments stroll from an array of cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping
- Beautifully maintained complex
- Modern galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stone benches and ample storage space
- Three bedrooms all with built-in-robes
- Separate laundry with dryer
- Two secure underground carspaces
- Lock-up storage cage
- Access to shared swimming pool and communal gardens
- Reverse-cycle air-conditioning
- Close to Forrest Primary, Red Hill Primary and Telopea Park School
- Spacious floorplan with 101m2 of internal space and 31m2 of courtyard

Figure Summary (all approx.):
- Body corporate: $1367 p.q
- General rates: $620 p.q
- Land tax (if let): $796 p.q.
- Water and sewerage: $185 p.q
- Built in 1987

Property History for 16/12 Howitt St, Kingston, ACT 2604

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$718,000
01 Mar 2024
Listed for Rent
$495/w
23 Feb 2021
  • 01 Mar 2024
    Sold for $718,000
  • 08 Feb 2024
    Listed for Sale $699,000+
  • 30 Sep 2022
    Sold for $630,000
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About Kingston 2604

The size of Kingston is approximately 1.4 square kilometres. It has 8 parks covering nearly 8.1% of total area. The population of Kingston in 2011 was 2,978 people. By 2016 the population was 4,417 showing a population growth of 48.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kingston is 20-29 years. Households in Kingston are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kingston work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 35.3% of the homes in Kingston were owner-occupied compared with 40.2% in 2016.

Kingston has 4,998 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kingston have seen a -21.38% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 24.54% increase. As at 31 October 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in Kingston is $1,322,501 while the median value for Units is $688,314.
  • Houses have a median rent of $625 while Units have a median rent of $620.
There are currently 39 properties listed for sale, and 22 properties listed for rent in Kingston on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 229 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kingston.

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