147/81 Kennedy Street, Kingston, ACT 2604 sold on 09 July 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 09 Jul 2025 for $635,000

147/81 Kennedy Street
Kingston ACT 2604

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 87m2
Land area: 13200m2
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Property Details for 147/81 Kennedy St, Kingston

147/81 Kennedy St, Kingston is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1997. The property has a land size of 13200m2 and floor size of 87m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2025. There are other 2 bedroom House sold in Kingston in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1997
Floor Size
87m2
Land Size
13200m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
KINGSTON: Block 1, Section 27, Unit 147

Last Listing description (July 2025)

From the moment you step inside, this beautifully proportioned second-floor apartment offers a true sense of space, natural light, and ease of living. Tucked within the lush, landscaped surrounds of The Brighton complex, the location delivers unmatched access to the best of Canberras Inner South. Whether its morning coffee in Kingston Village, dining along the Foreshore, or a stroll around Lake Burley Griffin, everything you need is just a stones throw awayincluding Manuka, top schools, and the Parliamentary Triangle for effortless commuting.

The intelligently crafted 85m interior balances comfort and style. A spacious open-plan living and dining area extends seamlessly onto a north-east facing balconyideal for relaxed entertaining or unwinding as the sun sets. The kitchen combines practicality with modern finishes, offering ample storage and sleek stainless-steel appliances. Both bedrooms open onto a private rear-facing balcony, capturing morning light and leafy views over Kennedy Street. The main bedroom features its own ensuite complete with a bathtub, while a second bathroom, separate toilet, and in-unit laundry with dryer elevate the homes liveability. Reverse-cycle air conditioning and well-placed windows allow for cross-ventilation and seasonal comfort, supported by the apartments high energy efficiency.

The Brightons resort-style amenities add another layer of appealresidents enjoy access to a swimming pool, gym, and full-size tennis court, all covered within attractively low body corporate fees for the area. Secure basement parking includes one dedicated car space, visitor bays, a storage cage, and convenient bike racks.

With a total of 106m of well-designed living space including two balconies, this home is an ideal retreat for professionals, downsizers, or young families wanting to enjoy the vibrant lifestyle and green spaces of central Canberra.

In summary:
- Walk to Kingston, Lake Burley Griffin, Molonglo River cycling loop and the Parliamentary Triangle
- Second floor private apartment
- North-east facing
- 85m internally & 21m externally
- Two spacious bedrooms
- Two bathrooms (ensuite with bathtub)
- Separate toilet
- Pool, gym & tennis court
- Reverse-cycle heating and cooling

Figure Summary (all approx.):
- Body corporate fees: $1334 p.q.
- General rates: $534 p.q.
- Land tax (if rented): $685 p.q.
- Water and sewage: $200 p.q.
- EER 6.0 stars

Property History for 147/81 Kennedy St, Kingston, ACT 2604

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$635,000
09 Jul 2025
Listed for Rent
$510/w
03 Aug 2021
  • 09 Jul 2025
    Sold for $635,000
  • 12 Jun 2025
    Listed for Sale $639,000+
  • 09 May 2025
    Listed for Rent $635 / week
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About Kingston 2604

The size of Kingston is approximately 1.4 square kilometres. It has 8 parks covering nearly 8.1% of total area. The population of Kingston in 2016 was 4424 people. By 2021 the population was 6579 showing a population growth of 48.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kingston is 30-39 years. Households in Kingston are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kingston work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 48.10% of the homes in Kingston were owner-occupied compared with 40.20% in 2016.

Kingston has 5,094 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kingston have seen a -19.54% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 20.91% increase. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Kingston is $908,449 while the median value for Units is $712,866.
  • Houses have a median rent of $620 while Units have a median rent of $610.
There are currently 28 properties listed for sale, and 32 properties listed for rent in Kingston on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 286 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kingston.

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