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Panoramic views over Canberra from a central parliamentary triangle location, a sprawling floorplan, premium finishes and a postcode so exclusive it’s shared only by a Pope Francis appointee – welcome to <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/253-44-constitution-avenue-campbell-act-2612-85028/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">253/44 Constitution Avenue, Parkes</a>.When <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/lj-hooker-canberra-city/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LJ Hooker Canberra City</a> licensed agent <a href="/agents/antony-damiano-3/">Antony Damiano</a> calls the penthouse in Parkes “truly something special”, you know he means it.<div>
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“Most of the time these properties get purchased off-the-plan and never see the light of day again,” Antony says.“It’s an extremely unique opportunity to be buying a property like this in a brand new building that’s only nine months old.”Appropriately named The Griffin, the building sits on one of the most prized sites in Canberra, only a stone’s throw from the capital’s most famous landmarks. As the only residential development in Parkes aside from the Archbishop’s residence, it took a lengthy planning process and close consultation with the National Capital Authority to ensure it fit with Walter Burley Griffin’s vision.<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053154165647-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800.jpg" width="800">“The building had to be finished to the highest possible standard,” Antony says.“It took quite a formal, masculine appearance to match Parliament House and the National Library.”Other iconic Canberra landmarks in the new owner’s backyard include Lake Burley Griffin and Commonwealth Park (with direct pedestrian access to each), both of which are visible from the penthouse’s wrap-around 70 sqm-plus balcony.<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053154462115-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800_nZHMnm1.jpg" width="800">“Every time I go out there, I notice something new that you can see,” Antony says.Floriade is about to paint the nearby Commonwealth Park with over one million colourful blooms, and guests can also enjoy year-round views of Telstra Tower and the Carillon.This panorama extends indoors courtesy of light-catching 2.7m floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the three-bedroom apartment’s more than 220sqm of living space.<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053155041773-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800_eFM2Wj5.jpg" width="800">Antony says the penthouse’s premium finishing is also wow-ing buyers, with electric blinds, floor-to-ceiling curtains, and custom joinery and timber flooring.The home also features formal and informal living and dining areas, along with the rare addition of an in-wall gas fireplace and a segregated multipurpose room.“You could use it as a study, media room or library,” Antony suggests.“When you have additional space in apartments that can be used however you want, it’s pretty special.”<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053158980583-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800_toqpKGt.jpg" width="800">The kitchen impresses with one of the biggest island benchtops Antony has ever seen, a walk-in pantry, integrated fridge-freezers with a filtered water system and Miele appliances.Two of the three bedrooms feature walk-in robes and ensuites with underfloor heating, while the third bedroom is serviced by a bathroom with quality fixtures and underfloor heating.<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053159272140-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800_tvzXikz.jpg" width="800">Other creature comforts include a 100 sqm four-car basement garage, an additional fifth car space, NBN fibre to the premises, and fully ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling.Residents also have access to a concierge service, health and wellness centre with a 25m indoor pool, steam and sauna rooms, weights and cardio gyms and outdoor gardens.<img alt="253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-85028-image-0-20230821053202205874-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/253-44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-850.width-800_qELS2Gj.jpg" width="800">“Because you’re almost in the geographical centre of Canberra, you’re also five minutes away from Kingston Foreshore, Manuka and the city,” Antony says.Work, sport or leisure aren’t far either, with Canberra Centre shopping, a range of high-end eateries and Mount Ainslie nature reserve all nearby.253/44 Constitution Avenue goes to auction at 11.30am on Saturday 16 September 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/253-44-constitution-avenue-campbell-act-2612-85028/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/luxury-lakeside-penthouse-in-ultra-exclusive-canberra-postcode-a-rare-find/699335" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Riotact</a>.

Luxury home with birds-eye view of Floriade hits the market

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When you’re trying to save for a house, a free $25,000 injection to your deposit is certainly nothing to sneeze at. So if you’re in the market, now is a great time to buy and take advantage of the federal government’s HomeBuilder grant, giving eligible buyers $25,000 towards their new home. But only certain properties are eligible. To qualify for the grant: you must be purchasing a brand new property which will be your primary place of residence, construction on the property must commence between June 4 - December 31, 2020, and the property value can’t exceed $750,000.Keen to make the most of the grant? Here are some properties in Canberra which fit the criteria and make the cut. And don’t forget - while these properties may be eligible, individuals still need to pass their own eligibility test to secure the grant. <a href="https://treasury.gov.au/coronavirus/homebuilder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to see the full requirements</a>.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/type-3a-mcmichael-terrace-denman-prospect-act-2611-28951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Symmetry Denman Prospect</a></h4><img alt="Symmetry 1.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="476" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Symmetry_1.width-800.png" width="800">Sustainably designed to blend liveability with the expanding Denman Prospect surrounds, The Symmetry community offers a convenient lifestyle with well-considered open space areas, and everything you need close by. The development has 1 + study, 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes available, which all fit under the $750,000 cap. The energy efficient, spacious dual level designs include modern kitchens with ample storage, quality fittings and fixtures, impressive northerly view, and private outdoor entertaining areas.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/39-mcintyre-street-narrabundah-act-2604-26400/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kiara - Narrabundah</a></h4><img alt="Kiara 1.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="400" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Kiara_1.width-800.png" width="800">Sitting within walking distance to the Manuka shops, Kiara is a collection of 19 townhouses and 158 apartments connected by a central village green. Despite the premium location, some of Kiara’s offerings still sit within the HomeBuilder budget, with one bedroom apartments ranging from $383,000-$415,000, and two bedrooms from $480,000-$650,000. Apartments include full size kitchens with Bosch appliances, generous bedrooms with plenty of storage, plus floor to ceiling double glazed windows.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/denman-prospect-act-2611-26801/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Otto - Denman Prospect</a></h4><img alt="Otto Denman Prospect.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="381" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Otto_Denman_Prospect.width-800.png" width="800">One of the few developments in Denman Prospect offering only townhouses, Otto has a range of stylish homes, with <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/denman-prospect-act-2611-26801/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">two bedroom</a>, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/denman-prospect-act-2611-26802/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">three bedroom</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/denman-prospect-act-2611-26803/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">four bedroom</a> options all coming under the $750,000 limit. All townhouses include a modern kitchen with ILVE appliances, expansive open plan living space opening out to private outdoor entertaining areas, and sunlit bedrooms with built-in robes.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/elio-foulkes-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-24978/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elio - Denman Prospect</a></h4><img alt="Elio.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="441" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Elio.width-800.png" width="800">Another brand new development of townhouses in Denman Prospect, Elio is a stylish, affordable precinct with sweeping panoramic views of Molonglo Valley, the Arboretum and Mount Stromlo. There are <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/elio-foulkes-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-22419/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">two</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/elio-foulkes-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-24978/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">three bedroom</a> options available, each with two large outdoor living areas and private basement garages, while the precinct has plenty of communal garden areas and open green space.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/40-antill-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-29085/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Savoy Collection, Queanbeyan</a></h4><img alt="The Savoy Collection.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="423" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/The_Savoy_Collection.width-800.png" width="800">The Savoy Collection in Queanbeyan has a range of sophisticated townhouses just a two minute stroll from the centre of town. The boutique complex only has 18 townhouses, with two and three bedroom options, plus a three storey loft-style design. They all include a private courtyard, plus flowing living areas with plenty of space to cook, dine, entertain and lounge.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/44-constitution-avenue-parkes-act-2600-28467/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Griffin</a></h4><img alt="The Griffin 1.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="462" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/The_Griffin_1.width-800.png" width="800">If you want to live right on the edge of the city, luxury development The Griffin will rise above the expansive lawns and leafy trees of Commonwealth Park. You can find one bedroom apartments starting from $430,000 and some two bedrooms apartments from $720,000. Even in the one bedroom apartments, you’ll find exactly the same luxury fittings and fixtures as the penthouse apartments. The development also includes a wellness centre with a 25m indoor lap pool, steam room, sauna and weights and cardio gym, plus a Concierge Service exclusively for residents.<h4><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/kingsland-parade-casey-act-2913-22460/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kingsland, Casey</a></h4><img alt="Kingsland Casey.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="518" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Kingsland_Casey.width-800.png" width="800">Sitting right in the heart of Casey, Kingsland is a brand new development with <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/kingsland-parade-casey-act-2913-25564/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/kingsland-parade-casey-act-2913-22461/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">two</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/kingsland-parade-casey-act-2913-22460/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">three</a> bedroom townhouses, each with a modern and distinctive design by Cox Architects. They all include double glazing, Fisher and Paykel appliances, stone benchtops, and instant hot water, with three colour schemes to choose from and an extensive list of available upgrades.

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Luxury home with birds-eye view of Floriade hits the market

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