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42B Bougainville Street
Forrest ACT 2603

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 2
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Property Details for 42b Bougainville St, Forrest

42b Bougainville St, Forrest is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1940. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2020.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1940

Last Listing description (May 2018)

Luxurious dual occupancy set on the doorstep of the boutique Manuka village. Nestled behind private and established plantings this single level residence offers spacious open plan living, segregated master bedroom with ensuite and accommodating with three further bedrooms. The large family room adjacent to the kitchen and separate living room are engulfed by privacy and overlook two immaculate courtyards, a bonus external art studio is perfect for those requiring a private study or home office. Also featuring two gas fireplaces, double glazed windows and double car accommodation. Ideal for families or those looking to downsize to low maintenance living with house sized interiors. With original Forrest charm and immaculately renovated - this residence is one of the most desirable homes in the area.
Features
- Privately located and convenient location

- High ceilings
- Large family room with timber floors
- Separate formal living room
- Segregated master bedroom with updated ensuite
- 3 bedrooms - two with built-in-robes
- Ducted gas heating
- Reverse cycle air-conditioning
- Double glazed windows
- New ceilings and blinds
- Double car accommodation with internal access
- Art studio/ home office/ study with external entry
- Two large paved courtyards
- Ample cupboard space
- Attic for additional storage
- Security system
- Remote front door key
- Established gardens and front hedge/ built in irrigation system
- Hot water instant gas
- Moments' walk to Manuka Village, Kingston shops, Kingston Foreshore and Lake Burley Griffin
Statistics
UCV: $1,284,000
Internal living: 179m2
Land: 1221m2
Block/Section U1 6/23 (1/42A)
Rates $3,195.77
EER: 2
Heating and cooling: 2 fireplaces reverse cycle heating and cooling
Body Corporate fees/insurances - Self-managed

Property History for 42b Bougainville St, Forrest, ACT 2603

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,600,000
29 May 2020
Listed for Rent
$975/w
07 Jun 2008
    No history found for this property.
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About Forrest 2603

The size of Forrest is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. There are 7 parks, covering nearly 10.1% of the 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 1,263 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forrest have seen a 25.61% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 31.85% increase. As at 30 June 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Forrest is $4,339,314 while the median value for Units is $860,207.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,145 while Units have a median rent of $660.
There are currently 13 properties listed for sale, and 5 properties listed for rent in Forrest on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 55 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Forrest.

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