29a/52 Forbes St, Turner is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1980. The property has a land size of 149m2 and floor size of 77m2.
Tucked into a quiet Turner street, just moments from the ANU and the CBD, this generously proportioned home offers a rare blend of calm and connection. Cool, inviting interiors create a sense of retreat, a peaceful sanctuary that feels wonderfully removed, yet sits right on the edge of Canberra's vibrant inner-north and city heart.Thoughtfully updated while honouring its original character, the home unfolds with effortless flow. Open-plan living spills seamlessly to a generous north-facing courtyard with timber decking, the perfect setting for alfresco dinners, slow Sunday mornings or evenings beneath the stars. A second courtyard extends the sense of space and light, offering beautiful cross-ventilation and multiple places to retreat.Northgate Gardens is one of those enduring Canberra complexes, admired for its quality construction, leafy surrounds and timeless design. There's an authenticity here that stands apart from newer developments. Textural brickwork, established greenery and shared open lawns create a welcoming, community-minded atmosphere. Quiet and settled, yet wonderfully connected.Inside, white-washed brick walls reflect the light, softening the generous living domain. The updated kitchen features quality appliances and a glass splashback, flowing easily into dining and lounge spaces before opening outdoors via sliding glass doors. High courtyard walls ensure privacy, while a rear gate provides direct access to Northbourne Avenue and the light rail, city living made beautifully simple.The master bedroom opens directly to a sunny private courtyard, a gentle morning nook for coffee and contemplation. Both bedrooms are spacious, light-filled and peaceful, with excellent built-in storage. The bathroom is neat and functional, complete with bath and integrated laundry.features. Ground floor residence with north-facing courtyard in 'Northgate Gardens' Secure complex with fob access Good EER (4) Generous open-plan living and dining with timber flooring and reverse cycle split system Updated kitchen with quality appliances and glass splashback Expansive timber-decked courtyard with mature gardens for privacy and shade Two spacious bedrooms with built-in robes Master bedroom with direct access to sunny private courtyard Neat bathroom with bath and integrated laundry Single garage Shared leafy green spaces Courtyard gate access to Northbourne Avenue and light rail stopFine details (all approximately)Build Size: 81 sqm EER: 4Built in: 1981Rates: $682.30 p/q Land Tax: $884.61 p/qStrata Manager: Civium StrataBody Corporate: $1,413.38 p/qNumber of units in complex: 39Tenancy Details: Periodic $600 p/wThe information contained in this advertisement is derived from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot provide any guarantees or warranties regarding the information supplied. Buyers are encouraged to conduct and rely exclusively on their own enquiries.
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 2,962 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Turner have seen a 49.96% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 21.85% increase. As at 28 February 2026:
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