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42 National Circuit
Forrest ACT 2603

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 389m2
Land area: 1202m2
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Property Details for 42 National Cct, Forrest

42 National Cct, Forrest is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 1202m2 and floor size of 389m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in March 2017.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1930
Floor Size
389m2
Land Size
1202m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
FORREST: Block 1, Section 8

Last Listing description (March 2017)

The perfect blend of grandeur and luxury, set in one of Canberra s most appealing tree-lined streets. Designed by distinguished Canberra architect Kenneth Oliphant in 1927. A majestic heritage home that boasts significant period details throughout, stunning well-established grounds and situated on a large 1,202m2 parcel of land.
Set in the exclusive Forrest precinct, this rare and remarkable example of quality and charm is beautifully presented. Featuring high ceilings and spacious light filled formal and informal areas. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with stone benchtops, gas cooking and high quality appliances. The open plan family and meals area looks out to the sun-drenched terrace and swimming pool, perfect for summer barbecues and entertaining family and friends in privacy.
Accommodation comprises two spacious main bedrooms both with ensuites and walk-in robes, two additional generously sized bedrooms with built-in robes, a beautifully presented large main bathroom and a fifth room that is ideal for a home office or fifth bedroom.

Conveniently located within walking distance of both Grammar schools, Parliament House and Manuka Village. This is an ideal opportunity to secure an outstanding property, surrounded by superb gardens in a blue chip location.
Features;
Four spacious main bedrooms including two with ensuites and walk-in robes
Fifth bedroom /study
Large main bathroom plus powder room and additional shower bathroom
Designer kitchen with high quality appliances
Substantial formal and informal living areas
Large entertaining terrace and heated swimming pool
Well-established gardens, 1,202m2 block

Property History for 42 National Cct, Forrest, ACT 2603

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Transferred
25 Mar 2017
  • 25 Mar 2017
    Transferred
  • 16 Feb 2017
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 01 Apr 2011
    Sold for $2,900,000
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About Forrest 2603

The size of Forrest is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 7 parks covering nearly 10.1% of total area. The population of Forrest in 2016 was 1615 people. By 2021 the population was 1827 showing a population growth of 13.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Forrest is 50-59 years. Households in Forrest are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Forrest work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 67.00% of the homes in Forrest were owner-occupied compared with 62.40% in 2016.

Forrest has 1,274 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forrest have seen a 19.11% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 25.58% increase. As at 31 January 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Forrest is $3,919,355 while the median value for Units is $782,108.
  • Houses have a median rent of $780 while Units have a median rent of $648.
There are currently 21 properties listed for sale, and no properties listed for rent in Forrest on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 56 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Forrest.

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