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5 Simpson Street
Watson ACT 2602

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 175m2
Land area: 687m2
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Property Details for 5 Simpson St, Watson

5 Simpson St, Watson is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1963. The property has a land size of 687m2 and floor size of 175m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last transferred in April 2019.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1963
Floor Size
175m2
Land Size
687m2
Local Government
Canberra Central
Lot/Plan
WATSON: Block 9, Section 31

Last Listing description (November 2022)

Situated on one of the best streets and most convenient locations in Watson, long stands number 5. The spirit of a relaxed family home, with quality finishes and bright open spaces indoor and out provide the perfect setting for a new generation to move in and enjoy.

With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with the option of using the 4th bedroom as a self contained studio with separate access, 2 living areas, a separate dining, the list is endless with what this property fully consists of. You really need to come through and see this for yourself.

The good news is, this is your opportunity to now move into this established long-lasting home and enjoy what this unique property offers. As they say Rome wasn't built in a day. 5 Simpson wasn't either, with most of the hard work complete, don't let this property slip through your search for your forever home.

Features:
- Reverse cycle ducted air conditioning
- 2.5 KW solar panel system
- Instant gas hot water
- Stainless steel appliances including Miele dishwasher
- Main bathroom with spa bath and separate shower
- Sunken lounge with northeast aspect
- Double glazing
- High ceilings
- Built in surround sound system
- 2 gas fire places
- 2 living areas with separate dining area
- Solar heated, salt water, 22,500 litre in-ground swimming pool
- iHealth Sauna with light therapy accommodating 4 people
- Gym
- Separate garden shed/pool shed
- Barbeque area with outdoor power
- Single car garage with separate work shop
- 2 undercover car spaces with automatic roller doors

Property History for 5 Simpson St, Watson, ACT 2602

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Transferred
12 Apr 2019
  • 12 Apr 2019
    Transferred
  • 23 Nov 2018
    Listed for Sale $915,500
  • 30 Aug 2016
    Transferred
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About Watson 2602

The size of Watson is approximately 3.7 square kilometres. It has 9 parks covering nearly 16.0% of total area. The population of Watson in 2016 was 5862 people. By 2021 the population was 6727 showing a population growth of 14.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Watson is 30-39 years. Households in Watson are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Watson work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 65.00% of the homes in Watson were owner-occupied compared with 57.20% in 2016.

Watson has 3,281 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Watson have seen a 38.92% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 44.04% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Watson is $1,147,854 while the median value for Units is $575,797.
  • Houses have a median rent of $640 while Units have a median rent of $520.
There are currently 8 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Watson on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 187 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Watson.

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