5 homes that are super close to the ATO’s new office in Barton

If you’re a tax office employee due to start working in Barton next year, here’s a glimpse of what a new life in 2600 could look like.

Below are the Zango listings closest to the new ATO building on Sydney Avenue; from small apartments to a super-size penthouse. If you’re in the market for a new home, and keen to be close to the new office, have a little scroll.

26/11 Sydney Avenue

Walk to work: 24 seconds

Goes to auction on Thursday 7 November 2024

Okay, so unless you’ve been on an SES salary for a couple of decades, this one might be a little out of budget. But located at the very top of Hotel Realm, it’s literally seconds from the new ATO building.

The stunning penthouse spans two levels and offers more than 470sqm of luxurious living. With panoramic 270-degree views, it features bespoke design, double-glazed windows and meticulous craftsmanship.

The open-plan living area includes a custom kitchen, butler’s pantry, and a to-die-for internal atrium. Four spacious, ensuite bedrooms, a rooftop terrace with a heated saltwater pool, and an alfresco kitchen underpin the opulence.

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27/3 Burbury Close

Walk to work: 90 seconds

$625,000+

Located in the exclusive Realm Precinct, this is a beautifully appointed one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with spacious living areas, a study nook, two balconies, and two basement car parks.

It boasts luxury features including new carpet, fresh paint, ducted reverse cycle heating/cooling, and high-end Miele appliances. The leafy outlook is classic Barton and you’re literally steps from Leyla Bar and Maple + Clove, and across the road from Ostani, Mudd Day Spa and the Realm gym.

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5/21 Brisbane Avenue

Walk to work: 7 mins

$825,000

A two-storey dream townhouse where you can grab a coffee on the way to work. This spacious two-bedroom apartment has an open-plan living area, gourmet kitchen with stone benchtops, and a north-facing courtyard, creating a light-filled, inviting space.

Downstairs is a large bedroom and main bathroom, while upstairs boasts a master bedroom with ensuite. With ducted reverse cycle air conditioning and secure basement parking, it's an ideal home or investment, just a short walk to Telopea Park and Lake Burley Griffin.

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4/39 Manuka Circle, Griffith

Walk to work: 11 mins

To be auctioned on Saturday 9 November 2024

You can almost watch the cricket from your lounge room with this beautiful townhouse located opposite Manuka Oval. The contemporary three-bedroom apartment is one of only 10 units in a boutique complex, and features a large covered balcony with treetop views.

All bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, with the main bedroom offering a walk-in robe and ensuite. Additional highlights include ducted air conditioning, abundant storage, two secure basement parking spaces, and a storage cage. A short walk to Manuka (Canberra’s Rodeo Drive) and Telopea Park, it’s perfect for executive living.

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164/46 Macquarie Street

Walk to work: 13 mins

$689,000

This sixth-floor apartment in Governor Place, Barton, offers a light-filled, open-plan living area with a covered balcony, making it easy to host friends and family. The ensuite and second bathroom feature floor-to-ceiling tiles, while the kitchen is home to modern finishes and stainless steel appliances.

With ducted air conditioning and secure basement parking, this apartment is also close to the nightlife and stunning eateries of Kingston Foreshore.

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