53 National CircuitForrest ACT 2603
Property Details for 53 National Cct, Forrest
53 National Cct, Forrest is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom House with 3 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 2200m2 and floor size of 558m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2024.
Last Listing description (May 2025)
A property indelibly tied to Canberra's history and featured in the glossy coffee table book 100 Canberra Houses, this John Scollay-designed home has hosted hundreds of dignitaries in its 65 years and remains a landmark of its leafy blue-ribbon enclave.
Built in a Georgian style on an expansive 2199m2 corner block, it is a home principally designed for entertaining. A renovation in 1990 by renowned architectural firm Allen Jack and Cottier further extended that purpose, partially filling in the central main courtyard to create a magical conservatory-style entertaining zone which guests enter upon alighting from the protection of the welcoming porte-cochre and adjacent gated patio.
The renovations also created a grand main suite. Entered via ascending three stairs and passing through a private library-come-office, it's a palatial king -sized room with multiple windows, a walk-through wardrobe plus additional built-in and dressing room, and huge ensuite.
More recent upgrades have been made to the home's cosy den, including an original yellow stone surround to a new gas fireplace in the family room which makes it the ideal place to settle in and take advantage of the nearby dry bar.
The original loungeroom retains its grand open fireplace with marble hearth and flows to a dedicated 12-seat dining room. The entire formal zone is punctuated with multiple sets of French doors that open out to a sunny terrace and lush beautiful grounds. The entertaining terrace and gardens that flows from the French style kitchen is simply stunning, exuding charm one would expect to see in parts of Europe.
Guests are spoilt for choice, with two ensuite bedrooms in opposite wings, one with an art studio adjacent which could be repurposed into space for an au pair.
Other features include a downstairs rumpus/gym or teen retreat with bathroom and its own access, a beautiful, heated saltwater swimming pool with travertine surround and a large, elevated alfresco area off the den. The established formal gardens which surround the pool and residence are magnificent.
This noteworthy home, close to elite schools, multiple embassies and Parliament House would be ideal for those looking to steward it through its next iteration.
FEATURES
Double-brick grand estate with outdoor garden 'rooms'
Beautifully sunny 2199m2 block
Magnificent established formal gardens surrounding the residence
Two driveways, one a horseshoe drive leading to a porte-cochre
Tranquil leafy Forrest location
Multiple entertaining spaces
Stylish bedrooms with good proportions with oversized king-sized main bedroom with parent's retreat including large ensuite and dressing room
Sash windows and cedar French doors
Custom cabinetry throughout
Charming original wood fireplace in the formal lounge + gas fireplace with original sandstone feature walls in the family room
Fabulous home cocktail bar
Salt chlorinated pool with Travertine pool surround, solar heating, splash deck and cover
Large French style kitchen with walk in pantries + bright meals area with dual aspect
Large laundry with drying alcove
Electric Ducted heating /cooling (throughout via ceiling vents) + gas heating under (via floor vents)
Automated double garage with storage rafters and off-street parking for a further 10 cars
Mature plantings of wisteria, roses, camellias, Chinese elm, and established privacy hedging
Property History for 53 National Cct, Forrest, ACT 2603
- 12 Oct 2024Sold for $4,450,000
- 12 Sep 2024Listed for Sale $4,450,000
- 30 May 2019Listed for Sale $3,895,000
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0About 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.
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