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51 Blacket Street
Downer ACT 2602

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 145m2
Land area: 955m2
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Property Details for 51 Blacket St, Downer

51 Blacket St, Downer is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1961. The property has a land size of 955m2 and floor size of 145m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in June 2018.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1961
Floor Size
145m2
Land Size
955m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
DOWNER: Block 34, Section 40

Last Listing description (January 2026)

This inviting property boasts an open-plan kitchen and living area, complete with an electric stovetop and oven, and a washing machine included for your convenience. Featuring three generously sized bedrooms-two with built-in wardrobes-and brand-new carpet throughout, this home offers comfort and practicality.

Outside, enjoy a spacious front yard, a handy shed out back, and ample parking with a carport plus off-street spaces. Located just a 5-minute walk from the vibrant Dickson Restaurant Precinct and within easy reach of public transport, you'll have the Dickson Bus Interchange and Tram Stop only 10 minutes away. With Ainslie IGA just 6 minutes by car and Canberra Centre only 10 minutes away, this property combines suburban tranquility with city convenience.


Features
Open plan kitchen to living
Electric stovetop and oven
Washing machine included
Three generously sized bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes
New carpet in all bedrooms
Carport + off-street parking
Shed out back
Spacious front yard
5-minute walk to Dickson Restaurant Precinct
10-minute walk to Dickson Bus Interchange and Tram Stop
6-minute drive to Ainslie IGA
10-minute drive to Canberra Centre

Downer offers a peaceful, leafy lifestyle just minutes from Canberra's city centre. Known for its wide tree-lined streets and strong community vibe, this sought-after inner-north suburb combines tranquility with convenience. Residents enjoy easy access to the Dickson shopping and dining precinct, excellent public transport including light rail, and plenty of green spaces for recreation. With its charming mix of established homes and modern upgrades, Downer is perfect for those seeking a relaxed suburban feel without sacrificing proximity to urban amenities.

Facts:
Availability: NOW
Lease Period: 12 months
Applications: Applications will be accepted prior to viewing this property.
Parking: 1 Car Carport + Off-street parking
Cooking: Electric oven and stovetop
Heating: R/C Aircon
NBN: N/A
EER: No current EER available

Adaptable housing and minimum standards: The property does comply with the minimum ceiling insulation standard.

Embedded networks: N/A

PETS: Please be aware that at all stages of tenancy this property requires consent to be sought from the lessor for the keeping of any pets at the premises. Consent must be provided before any pets are at the premises.

RENTING BOOK:
https://www.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/2608620/The-Renting-Book-September-2025.pdf

Disclaimer:
Please note that while all care has been taken regarding general information and marketing information compiled for this rental advertisement, LJ HOOKER DICKSON does not accept responsibility and disclaim all liabilities in regard to any errors or inaccuracies contained herein. We encourage prospective tenants to rely on their own investigation and in-person inspections to ensure this property meets their individual needs and circumstances.

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Property History for 51 Blacket St, Downer, ACT 2602

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Transferred
27 Jun 2018
Listed for Rent
$700/w
19 Jan 2026
  • 16 Dec 2025
    Listed for Rent $700 / week
  • 21 Nov 2023
    Listed for Rent $680 / week
  • 29 Jan 2021
    Listed for Rent $600 / 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 1,813 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Downer have seen a 37.09% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -34.20% decrease. As at 28 February 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Downer is $1,308,943 while the median value for Units is $542,594.
  • Houses have a median rent of $690 while Units have a median rent of $490.
There are currently 6 properties listed for sale, and 2 properties listed for rent in Downer on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 83 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Downer.

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