There's only one downside to buying this absolute banger in Banks

As far as we can see, there’s only one downside to owning this home listed today in Canberra’s far south.

And that would be that you could expect visitors.

Like, lots of visitors. On week nights, weekends and you’ll probably be constantly asked by family and friends to host major occasions like 18ths, 21sts and Christmases.

The outdoor area of this three-bedroom home on Mathews Place in Banks has just been added to the Zango office’s ‘Best outdoor entertaining spaces of 2024’. And for some of us – especially those into rugby league and Luke Combs – it’s hit the number one spot.

The huge deck (it’s almost half the size of the actual house) is home to a spa, a pool table, outdoor dining and a wall-mounted TV for watching the footy finals – or the cricket – from any and every angle.

The best part is, the home’s priced firmly in the domain of first home owners. So, while it would normally take years to build an outdoor area of this size and quality, one lucky new owner, couple or family is about to walk right in and have the best Christmas ever.

“It’s a fantastic entry into the market with pretty much unheard of luxury features,” says sales agent Ben Holder of Luton Tuggeranong.

“It’s positioned in a quiet street, on a flat 564sqm block, and all on a single level.”

The home’s original back verandah has been recently enclosed to form a rumpus room or second living area.

Other features include a double garage, solar panels, built-in-robes and air conditioning.

“It’s a rare offering and one that we think will attract a lot of attention,” Ben says.

With Christmas just 138 days away (!), not only will you have moved in in time to host family and friends this year, you’re also close to the famous Christmas lights of Gordon.

And with South.Point located an 11-minute drive away, shopping is easy.

According to Ben, the home’s also ‘future proof’ for young couples planning a family. It’s located about a kilometre from Charles Conder Primary, Lanyon High and St Clare of Assisi Primary.

“As well as the outdoor space, there’s a big backyard,” Ben says.

“A family can move right in and there’s literally nothing to be done.”

Number 5 Mathews Place, Banks, will be auctioned at 12 noon on Saturday 31 August 2024.

View the full listing.