8/40 Taunton St, Annerley is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Townhouse with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1998. The property has a land size of 134m2 and floor size of 104m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2018.
As a Real Estate Agent in Brisbane, you hear the best stories and meet the most interesting people. But Ive got to say, none of them top this one.
It all started like this
One day, David Attenborough and I were sitting down over a cuppa. He had just finished another of his iconic wildlife documentaries and was feeling rather... refined. We were in this very townhousethe one youre about to call home.
David, always a bit of a character, looked at me and said, This is the perfect base for my research! I can keep all my animals hereplenty of room, right?
I smiled, Of course, David! Plenty of room. I had no idea what I was getting into.
Over the next few months, this townhouse became a wildlife kingdom. Birds, frogs, lizardsyou name it, David had it. But there was one small issue the pet request forms.
One day, David came to me, shaking his head, exhausted.
You know, Ive been filling out these pet request forms for days now. Theres a lot of animals, and they keep asking for more details. It's a logistical nightmare! He let out a dramatic sigh. And dont even get me started on how long it takes to get approval for a sloth to have his own hammock. Its just... too much.
I couldnt help but chuckle, David, I thought you were the master of the animal kingdomand now the forms have you beaten?
He sighed, Its not that simple. Its just... all the forms. So much paperwork!
And just like that, David decided hed had enough. He needed to leave. The wildlife kingdom couldnt be contained in a townhouse anymore. It was time for him to move on to bigger thingsand less paperwork.
Now, this exact townhouse is available for you. Yes, the very one that David called home, the one that hosted countless animal inhabitants, but nowits wildlife-free and ready for a new chapter.
The Home:
Its the perfect blend of modern living and comfort, designed for families or professionals who want to live in a space without needing to negotiate with parrots or plan for iguana relocation.
Living Areas Galore:
- Spacious, split-level living with air conditioning on both floors to keep you as cool as Davids documentaries.
- Kitchen of Dreams: With stone countertops, a dual sink, and a dishwasher, you'll be cooking without the stress of evicting any stray marsupials.
- Private Courtyard: No more kangaroos hopping in for an afternoon snack, just peaceful outdoor vibes and maybe a bird or two (but well keep it at that).
Upstairs:
- Second Living Area: Overlooks a private balconyperfect for a quiet evening to unwind (without the sound of a lemur screeching in the background).
- Three Bedrooms: Spacious, comfortable, and perfectly set up for your peaceful slumbernot interrupted by Davids nocturnal pets.
- Modern Bathroom: Equipped with all the comforts needed for a human-only retreat, because lets face itno one wants to share a tub with a crocodile.
Features:
- Private and tucked awayfree from the chaos of a wildlife sanctuary.
- Split system air conditioning on both levelskeeping you as cool as David in his iconic voiceovers.
- Remote garage with internal accessideal for storing your things, and not your thousands of animals.
- Private courtyard with a timber deck, perfect for BBQs, without worrying if your pet penguin will join the party.
This townhouse is located near public transport, shops, cafes, restaurants, parksa dream for any commuter whos not trying to figure out how to transport a python on public transport. Its the ideal spot for anyone looking for comfort and a wildlife-free lifestyle.
Dont let this property escape like Davids zoocall me, Dylan, today, and lets make this townhouse your new home!
The size of Annerley is approximately 2.8 square kilometres. It has 11 parks covering nearly 4.1% of total area. The population of Annerley in 2016 was 11336 people. By 2021 the population was 11891 showing a population growth of 4.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Annerley is 20-29 years. Households in Annerley are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Annerley work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 44.00% of the homes in Annerley were owner-occupied compared with 42.90% in 2016.
Annerley has 6,436 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Annerley have seen a 73.56% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 115.06% increase. As at 28 February 2026:
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