13/54b Forbes St, Turner is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1982. The property has a land size of 6788m2 and floor size of 130m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in September 2004.
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This funky and very attractive ground floor 76.2m2 two-bedroom dwelling, with 2 private courtyards (total 61m2), provides a terrific opportunity to get a foot into the highly desirable Turner precinct.
This amazing residence at the iconic Northgate Gardenscomplex is now being retired as a Canberra home base by a renowned Australian artist who in the past 3 years has spent tens of thousands of dollars upgrading the home to provide comforts and security to persons of high distinction.
Designed in 1979 by Daryl Jackson Evan Walker architects, one can appreciate the unique design and brickwork forms. The residence is serene and privately based at the rear of the complex. There is so much character and community space also to be enjoyed in the lovely and well- manicured communal gardens. Most people fall in love with the home at first sight for its positive vibe.
The residence is ideally locatedjust minutes' walk from the CBD, Braddon, and the light rail, with amazing proximity to both ANU and the University of Canberra. Also nearby are education centres, Turner Primary and Lyneham High School, as well as numerous nature reserves and walking/riding paths. Most notably and advantageously one can easily and quickly escape out the back terrace gate directly onto Northbourne Avenue for short cut access to great nearby restaurants. entertainment, shopping centres as well as convenient public transport hubs. Enjoy the complex's peacefulness and super convenient proximity to so many desirable amenities.
The living space is open style and very generous adjoining onto the rear courtyard area. The main entrance in and out of the lounge, the kitchen, and courtyard areas all face North to allow beautiful morning sunshine, brightness and warmth.
There is ample space inside and out to provide relaxation and entertaining of guests. Year-round comfort is guaranteed by 3 split system air conditioners. The home has just been freshly painted and had new carpets installed, as well as been totally rewired, so there are no further upgrade requirements.
The kitchen is a true chef's dream with very expensive and professional custom-made mobile stainless steel components that can be easily wheeled to configure your own design and kitchen space depending on how expansive you wish your culinary or dining areas to be. It is fantastic and will attract the right discerning owner/s! And don't forget the Bosche induction stove and rangehood, double drawer dishwasher, Grohe taps, as well as solid timber shelving custom made by Thor's Hammer.
The bedrooms are cozy with built-in-robes and bedroom 1 has its own private access to front courtyard and secondary private gate entrance. The undercover allocated individual parking spot with large secure storage room is directly beside the unit and is also easily accessible by a lockable courtyard gate.
The pleasant, renovated bathroom features high quality fittings, a full bath with shower screen. The whole space can be warmed by the Heller wall heater which is very handy when stepping out wet. The bathroom is reached walking through the spacious upgraded laundry area also complemented with Thor's Hammer custom wall shelving and an impressive Mielewasher and dryer combo.
Regarding security the front door and sliding glass in living area, as well as the windows all have Crim Safe security screen doors allowing air flow and security. Outside all courtyard access gates are lockable.
Overall this unit is ideal for a professional couple or an individual artistic person who appreciates impressive quality, and highly values their privacy, comfort, and safety.<br><br>FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST please see exhibition times or contact Brent.<br> <br><br><br>
The size of Turner is approximately 1.5 square kilometres. It has 9 parks covering nearly 27.1% of total area. The population of Turner in 2016 was 4047 people. By 2021 the population was 4470 showing a population growth of 10.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Turner is 20-29 years. Households in Turner are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Turner work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 43.30% of the homes in Turner were owner-occupied compared with 34.20% in 2016.
Turner has 2,960 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Turner have seen a 15.50% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 17.32% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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