49 Melbourne Ave, Forrest is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 2248m2 and floor size of 399m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2016.
A Superb example of early Canberra architecture (circa 1929 with substantial additions more recently). A Sensational blend of Heritage ambience and subtle contemporary features. Meticulous attention to detail throughout with outstanding build quality. Nestled within 2,248m2 of lush manicured mature formal gardens the residence offers large entry hall, spacious lounge and dining rooms with fireplaces, a superb designer kitchen with ample benchtops, cupboards sunlight and space leading to the most charming of private internal courtyards. Spacious light and bright family room adjoining meals area flowing out to entertaining terraces. Lovely master suite with two walk in robes and majestic ensuite bathroom & French doors to garden. Four additional large bedrooms all with wonderful aspect along with large master bathroom. Gorgeous library with fireplace. Full size championship floodlit tennis court, water features, sweeping circular driveway, only moments to the finest schools, shopping and dining. Rare Offering.Highlights
Double brick construction, zoned ducted heating, high ceilingsExtensively renovated in 19985 spacious Bedrooms and Four fireplaces, timber sash windowsStunning segregated master suite with huge ensuite, his and hers robes and French doors leading to the gardenDouble Miele oven and dishwasherBosch 5-burner gas cooktop2 open fireplaces plus Chiminee Phillipe fireboxUnderfloor heating to 2 bathroomsOutdoor powder roomJarrah timber flooringQuality carpets and window treatmentsFisher & Paykel washing machine and dryer2 zone ducted heating systems2 automated watering systemsAutomatic and manual 'Velux' ceiling windows throughoutTennis court with Night lightingInternal courtyard with automatic 'sail' coverIntegrated ironing centre in laundryRemote controlled double garage with additional off street parking
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 29.22% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 33.66% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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