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5 Legge Street
Downer ACT 2602

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 167m2
Land area: 719m2
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Property Details for 5 Legge St, Downer

5 Legge St, Downer is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1960. The property has a land size of 719m2 and floor size of 167m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2021.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1960
Floor Size
167m2
Land Size
719m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
DOWNER: Block 16, Section 38

Last Listing description (December 2021)

#soldbysally #soldbyash $1,502,000

Known for its striking streetscapes and prime Inner North location, Downer is one of Canberra's most established garden suburbs. On Legge Street, you'll find gorgeous Eucalyptus and Broad-leafed Peppermint trees framing the landscape and embracing the legacy of the traditional Canberran 'bush capital' suburb.

One of Canberra's most sought-after locations, Downer is popular for its diverse community and proximity to vibrant Dickson-Canberra's multicultural hub. Packed with restaurants, clubs and pubs, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Contrasting with bustling Dickson, Downer Village offers a quiet, low-key and thriving community vibe. Drop into the local yoga and Pilates studio for a class, before grabbing breakfast at the popular Gang Gang caf. The perfect Saturday, sorted.

5 Legge Street is an exciting opportunity to purchase a home in this highly prized location and offers double 'bang for your buck'. With the dual rental income - there's scope to use the property a number of ways.

The main home has 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. The self-contained flat at the rear has its own kitchen, bathroom plus a studio space with bedroom and laundry.

Located just one house away from a lovely established local park and a short distance to Belconnen, Civic, Ainslie, O'Connor and Lyneham, 5 Legge Street is your next perfectly placed opportunity, ready for the taking.

features
.desirable inner north location on leafy Legge Street
.walking distance to Dickson shopping precinct
.walking distance to light rail

main house
.charming, updated three bedroom home
.combined lounge/dining room
.spacious updated kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher
.three generous bedrooms with built in robes
.master with large walk in robe and ensuite
.updated main bathroom
.linen press/hall cupboards
.separate toilet
.ducted gas heating
.off street parking for three + cars
.rented at $510 per week

studio and flat
.large light filled living room/studio space
.bedroom
.laundry and toilet
.living room and kitchenette
.ensuite
.extra bedroom/workspace/storage space
.metal double carport
.rented at $420 per week - fixed term until May 2022

.land size: 719m2
.ucv $588,000
.eer 2
.land rates: $4,048 per annum (approx.)
.land tax: $6,199 per annum (approx..

Property History for 5 Legge St, Downer, ACT 2602

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,502,000
20 Dec 2021
Listed for Rent
04 Jun 2022
  • 20 Dec 2021
    Sold for $1,502,000
  • 18 Nov 2021
    Listed for Sale Auction 6:00pm Friday 3 December 2021
  • 02 Dec 2015
    Listed for Rent $430 / week
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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 2016 was 3662 people. By 2021 the population was 4296 showing a population growth of 17.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Downer is 30-39 years. Households in Downer are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Downer work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 61.50% of the homes in Downer were owner-occupied compared with 57.30% in 2016.

Downer has 1,812 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Downer have seen a 37.25% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 52.26% increase. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Downer is $1,202,758 while the median value for Units is $621,531.
  • Houses have a median rent of $680 while Units have a median rent of $490.
There are currently 4 properties listed for sale, and 4 properties listed for rent in Downer on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 72 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Downer.

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