26/28 University Avenue, City, ACT 2601 sold on 15 February 2026 | OnTheHouse
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26/28 University Avenue
City ACT 2601

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Property Details for 26/28 University Ave, City

Building Type
Commercial
Year Built
2013
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
CITY: Block 22, Section 3, Unit 26

Last Listing description (April 2026)

Raine & Horne Commercial Canberra are pleased to offer Level 5, 28 University Avenue, Canberra City for sale - a fully leased, high-quality office investment in the heart of Canberra's legal and professional precinct.

THE BUILDING

28 University Avenue is a nine-storey commercial office building occupying a prominent corner position on the western edge of Canberra's CBD. Ideally located within the legal and professional precinct, the property is bounded by University Avenue, Marcus Clarke Street, and Darwin Place. The location offers immediate access to a range of key amenities, including the Australian National University (ANU), the Law Courts, and a vibrant mix of cafés, restaurants, and professional services.

The building has recently undergone upgrades including the modernisation of both internal lifts. Each floor is fitted with male and female amenities, and the building features central air conditioning throughout. Leap & Latte Café and Ken Behrens Burgers on the the ground floor provides additional tenant amenity and daily foot traffic. Ample short and long-stay parking options are available nearby, including the City West Car Park and on-street parking directly outside the building. The property is also a short walk from the New Acton precinct and the Canberra Centre, ensuring connectivity and convenience.

Tenants at 28 University Avenue include E.D Hut, Tariru Japanese, Ramen Japanese, Sexual Health & Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT), Canberra Menopause Centre, Women With Disabilities ACT, Civic Insurance Brokers, Sheridan & Associates, Tranquill Legal, Migration and Notarial Services - Owen Harris, University Avenue Psychology, Skin by Dermatologists, Canberra Neurology, Families in Mind Psychology (Sonia Costello, Anna Huber, Liz Challis), Bolton & Co, The Home Loan Centre, Smile Sensations - General Dental Clinic & Implant Centre, Professional Visa & Education Services, Capital Settlement Services, Capability Support, Foster Johnson Family & Collaborative Lawyers, PKF Canberra - Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers, JS IAR International Media, FM88 C-Radio, Tetlow Legal - Business & Estate Lawyers, and Servegate Australia.

LEVEL 5

Level 5 comprises two strata units - Unit 25 (311sqm) and Unit 26 (219sqm) - which have been combined and leased as a single tenancy of 530sqm. The balance of Level 5 includes shared common areas such as male and female bathrooms, lift lobby, plant room, and fire stairs, which are managed and maintained by the strata. The tenancy features a modern, high-quality office fitout, including:

• Welcoming reception area
• Combination of open-plan workstations and private offices
• Meeting rooms and a large boardroom
• Two kitchens and a spacious lunchroom
• Showers & amenities

Importantly, the fitout design retains the original unit boundaries, allowing for future subdivision and leasing flexibility should the incoming owner wish to accommodate multiple tenants.

TENANT PROFILE

The tenancy is leased to Capability Support - Canberra (Cap Support Pty Ltd), an NDIS and Government funded professional services organisation providing NDIS-related support such as family support services, clinical programs, and supervised contact and changeover services.

Key Lease Details:

• Tenant: Cap Support Pty Ltd
• Lease Commencement: 1 November 2024
• Lease Term: 5+5 years
• Commencing Gross Rent: $304,720 p.a.
• Passing Gross Rent: $316,909 p.a.
• Annual Rent Reviews: 4% per annum, with market review at option
• FY25/26 Statutory Outgoings: $69,392 p.a.
• Net Annual Income: $247,517 p.a.
• Security: Bank Guarantee of $167,596 (equivalent to 6 months' rent including GST)

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Fully leased to a long-term, established tenant with strong covenant.
• 5+5 year lease term providing secure income and growth via fixed 4% annual increases.
• High-quality modern fitout offering future leasing flexibility.
• Located within Canberra's tightly held legal and professional services precinct.
• Strong tenant demand supported by proximity to ANU, Law Courts, and NewActon.
• Excellent access to public transport, parking, and amenities.
• Passing Net Income: $247,517 p.a.

THE SALE PROCESS

For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact the exclusive agent at Raine & Horne Commercial Canberra.

Property History for 26/28 University Ave, City, ACT 2601

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
15 Feb 2026
Listed for Rent
$1.05k/w
05 Oct 2017
  • 15 Feb 2026
    Sold
  • 10 Nov 2025
    Listed for Sale Price on Application
  • 04 Sep 2017
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About City 2601

The size of City is approximately 1.4 square kilometres. It has 8 parks covering nearly 9.9% of total area. The population of City in 2016 was 4276 people. By 2021 the population was 4835 showing a population growth of 13.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in City is 20-29 years. Households in City are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in City work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 36.30% of the homes in City were owner-occupied compared with 30.00% in 2016.

City has 3,374 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in City have seen a -51.66% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 9.35% increase. As at 30 April 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in City is $443,348 while the median value for Units is $590,285.
  • Houses have a median rent of $580 while Units have a median rent of $650.
There are currently 51 properties listed for sale, and 49 properties listed for rent in City on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 130 properties were sold in the past 12 months in City.

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