68/17 Darling St, Barton is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Unit with 2 parking spaces and was built in 2003. The property has a floor size of 131m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in March 2001.
A rare opportunity in one of the Nationals most tightly held residences. Proudly offered for the first time by the original owner, this exceptional ground-floor home presents a rare chance to secure a highly coveted address. Available from mid-January 2026, with priority preliminary viewings welcomed for buyers if timing is important.
Beautifully designed for effortless single-level living, the residence offers exceptional comfort, privacy and convenience. Positioned on the ground floor with easy ramp access, the home enjoys seamless indooroutdoor connection to two generous courtyards with tranquil leafy outlooks.
Inside, the open-plan layout is enhanced by warm timber flooring throughout. All three bedrooms open directly to a courtyard, creating a unique sense of space and light. The home also features two bathrooms, including an ensuite with underfloor heating and heated towel rails, a separate laundry, and abundant storage. Two secure undercover car spaces provide everyday ease. Modern comforts include Crimsafe security doors and ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning, ensuring year-round security and climate control.
Renowned for its stunning shared internal garden and courtyard, The National is a beautifully maintained complex offering unmatched lifestyle appeal. Its prime location places you just moments from Parliament House, the National Press Club, Lake Burley Griffin, and the vibrant Manuka and Kingston precincts. Prestigious public and independent schools are within walking or cycling distance.
With public transport on your doorstepand future access to the planned light rail extensiontravel to Civic, Woden and beyond is effortless. This rare combination of convenience, walkability and lifestyle excellence will strongly appeal to families, downsizers and professionals alike. A truly outstanding offering in one of Canberras most desirable Inner South precincts.
In Summary:
- Spacious single-level layout on the ground floor, with ramp access
- Three bedrooms, all opening to the front courtyard
- Two bathrooms, main with full size bath and ensuite with underfloor heating & heated towel rails
- Open-plan living with timber flooring throughout
- Abundant internal storage
- Separate laundry
- Ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning for year-round comfort
- Two secure undercover car spaces
- Private entrance with intercom and Crimsafe security doors to the patio areas
- Front and rear private courtyards ideal for alfresco living
- Beautifully maintained complex in prime Barton location
- Stunning shared courtyard to enjoy
- School catchment areas for Forrest Primary, Telopea Park School and Narrabundah College
- Easy walking and cycling access to Canberras leading independent schools including CGS, CGGS, St Edmunds, St Clares and more.
- Steps to Lake Burley Griffin, Parliamentary Triangle, Realm Precinct, Manuka & Kingston
Figure Summary (all approx.):
- Internal living: 127 sqm
- Two private courtyards: 26 sqm + 46 sqm
- Total: 199 sqm
- Carapaces: 2
- EER: 6.0
- Rates: $706 pq
- Strata: $2,106 pq
The size of Barton is approximately 2.1 square kilometres. It has 14 parks covering nearly 21.5% of total area. The population of Barton in 2016 was 1439 people. By 2021 the population was 1946 showing a population growth of 35.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Barton is 30-39 years. Households in Barton are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Barton work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 51.60% of the homes in Barton were owner-occupied compared with 46.10% in 2016.
Barton has 1,452 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Barton have seen a 217.06% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 16.86% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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