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A group of Canberrans clad in beanies and puffer jackets witnessed something pretty special in the driveway of 10 Cobby Street, Campbell, last week - the highest price ever achieved for a home north of the lake.Four “spirited” bidders joined the contest for the property, with the winning family paying $4.602 million for the five-bedroom, three-bathroom home backing onto Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve.<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074633086971-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_qyC5W1s.jpg" width="800">It was the size of the block - more than half an acre - and the views from the high side of Cobby Street that drove the price to record levels according to sales agent and auctioneer Peter Walker from Ray White Canberra. Peter says the tennis court and pool were, of course, popular, but the interior of the house - which was renovated by the current sellers over several years - was just as popular.<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074634027392-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_VZ5fJ8c.jpg" width="800">“We always figured it would break the record for the inner north and north side of Canberra,” Peter says.“The main thing that people liked was just the fluidity of those living spaces, and the fact that they were segregated yet open plan and you had that unimpeded outlook over the tennis court and the backyard.<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074633739961-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_nGo35f7.jpg" width="800">“People liked the fact it was a well built, robust home and had been tastefully done and you had that downstairs rumpus room as well as the upstairs living spaces.”More than 100 inspections were undertaken of 10 Cobby Street during its 20 day sale campaign. Peter said while many properties are described as “a rare offering”, 10 Cobby Street could almost take the title of “the rarest”.<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074637254893-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_WBn8508.jpg" width="800">“There are homes that probably could command a similar price - they&#x27;re just not being offered for sale,” he says.“I’ve been into homes in Reid which would probably be worth a comparable amount because people have done quite extraordinary things to them - built substantial basements and done a number of things like that.<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074639920004-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_heHxUPI.jpg" width="800">“You’ve got others [in the inner north] who’ve bought a block and done a knockdown rebuild, and now have extraordinary homes.“But they’re there for the long term - they’re not going to sell anytime soon.”<img alt="10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-0-20220610074641575674-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/10-cobby-street-campbell-act-2612-58343-image-.width-800_hlYz2Gp.jpg" width="800">The current owners of 10 Cobby Street, who have lived in Campbell for more than 20 years, are looking to start a new chapter of their lives outside of Canberra. The new owners are a family, who fell in love with the size of the block.

$4.602m sale makes this the most expensive house ever sold north of the lake

A Bonython home has smashed the previous property record, selling ahead of auction for $1,230,000.The sale of the five bedroom, two bathroom home at <a href="/sale/72-don-dunstan-drive-bonython-act-2905-48473/">72 Don Dunstan Drive</a> beat the previous sale record in Bonython by $55,000.The generously proportioned home sits over two levels, and features segregated living areas, an impressive kitchen, a private master suite, separate kids level, plus easy indoor/outdoor flow and mountain views. The home sits in a quiet spot just across the road from green space of Pine Island, and is also close by Stranger Pond, the Bicentennial National Trail, and the offices and amenities of the Tuggeranong Town Centre.<img alt="72 Don Dunstan Drive BONYTHON 2.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="492" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/72_Don_Dunstan_Drive_BONYTHON_2.width-800.png" width="800">Sales agent <a href="/agents/tim-and-justine-burke/">Justine Burke</a> from <a href="/agencies/luton-weston-creek-molonglo-valley/">Luton Properties</a> says they were understandably very pleased with the outcome.“Most of the showings were run by appointment as we still had restrictions in place. So we got the right buyers through who were qualified and ready to buy, and in fact the eventual buyer was the first one through the door,” she says.“When we first went to market we didn’t set out thinking we would necessarily achieve a record price, however it was a lovely home in a really great position so it’s not surprising it did break the suburb record.”<img alt="72 Don Dunstan Drive BONYTHON 3.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="517" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/72_Don_Dunstan_Drive_BONYTHON_3.width-800.png" width="800">Justine says the age of the home, combined with the location, made it appealing to buyers.“It is in a super convenient location, walking distance to the Tuggeranong Town Centre and with nature reserve all around. The home was only seven years old so it was modern and well suited to families with segregated bedrooms, living areas and outdoor entertaining spaces,” she says.“New Bonython is very popular for buyers who like Tuggeranong as a location but want a new build – there aren’t many opportunities in Tuggeranong to get something built in the past 10 years.”

Bonython home sale smashes suburb record ahead of auction

Canberra’s property market is full steam ahead despite the latest Covid-19 restrictions transforming the real estate industry into an online platform.On the south side of Canberra, the Tuggeranong record was smashed by $630,000 at an online auction on Saturday.Listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/daryl-gough/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daryl Gough</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/colin-mcintyre/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Colin McIntyre</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mcintyre-property/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McIntyre Property</a>, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/10-ferrier-place-kambah-act-2902-45453/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 Ferrier Place, Kambah</a> sold for a staggering $2.35 million.The extravagant six-bedroom home had 20 registered bidders and three active bidders fighting for the luxurious property with a theatre room, games room and kitchen with two island benches.“The auction went extremely well and far exceeded everyone’s expectations,” said Mr Gough.<img alt="Image2.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Image2.width-800.jpg" width="800">On the other side of the bridge, Franchise Owner and Sales Manager <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/sandra-masters/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sandra Masters</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/lj-hooker-kippax/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LJ Hooker Kippax</a> said demand for property in Canberra is still high, with five properties listed with LJ Hooker selling under the virtual hammer the past week.A three-bedroom house at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/25-bokhara-circuit-kaleen-act-2617-45286/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">25 Bokhara Circuit</a> in Kaleen sold for $1.005 million, while another three-bedroom house at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/23-gascoyne-circuit-kaleen-act-2617-45285/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">23 Gascoyne Circuit</a> in the same suburb sold for $950,000. In Page, a townhouse at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/19-41-halford-crescent-page-act-2614-45265/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">19/41 Halford Crescent</a> sold for $540,000, and a four-bedroom house at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/37-louisa-lawson-crescent-gilmore-act-2905-45482/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">37 Louisa Lawson Crescent</a> in Gilmore went under the virtual hammer for an undisclosed price.Of those five properties, Ms Masters detailed one online auction that had 654 people tune in.“We had five people from the United States, five people from New Zealand, two from Papua New Guinea and someone from China,” she said.“We were surprised to see how many people tuned in to just watch…it goes to show that there is a lot of curiosity about what is happening in Canberra’s property market.”<img alt="25 Bokhara Circuit KALEEN, ACT 2617" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-22_at_6.16.38_pm.width-800.png" width="800">One of the five properties listed with LJ Hooker that went under the virtual hammer was <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/101-2-edinburgh-avenue-city-act-2601-45184/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">101/2 Edinburgh Avenue, City</a>. The one-bedroom apartment was listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/nic-salter-harding/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nic Salter-Harding</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/lj-hooker-dickson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LJ Hooker Dickson</a> and sold to a first home buyer for $496,000.According to Mr Salter-Harding, there were three active bidders and a total of 13 bids overall. The new owner was engaged in the campaign early on and had inspected the property a few times before the lockdown restrictions were announced.Mr Salter-Harding said the views on offer resulted in popular interest for the property.“Black Mountain, Telstra Tower and the National Film and Sound Archives of Australia are the first things you see when you wake up,” he said.“It’s rare to get views like that in the CBD.”<img alt="101/2 Edinburgh Avenue CITY, ACT 2601" class="richtext-image full-width" height="535" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-22_at_6.17.28_pm.width-800.png" width="800">About a seven minute drive away, a three bedroom property in Yarralumla sold for $2.15 million.The property at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/97-hopetoun-circuit-yarralumla-act-2600-45490/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">97 Hopetoun Circuit</a> was listed with renowned selling agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/philip-kouvelis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Philip Kouvelis</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/maloneys-property/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maloney’s Property</a> and was due to go under the virtual hammer on Saturday 21 August but was sold prior to auction to a buyer from Canberra.“This property was built in 1952 and occupied by the same owner until it was put on the market recently,” said Mr Kouvelis.“I managed to attract four buyers who were in a position to sign and exchange the contracts prior to auction day and we ended up going with the highest offer.”“I made sure I achieved the best sale for the family, and it goes to show that there are three ways to market a property: prior to auction day, on auction day, and post auction sale.”<img alt="97 Hopetoun Circuit YARRALUMLA, ACT 2600" class="richtext-image full-width" height="529" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-22_at_6.18.39_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Just across the border in Moss Vale, NSW, a quant two-bedroom cottage at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/24-beaconsfield-road-moss-vale-nsw-2577-45232/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">24 Beaconsfield Road</a> sold for $723,000.Listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/gene-fairbanks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gene Fairbanks</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/tatum-lander/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tatum Lander</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white-bowral/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Bowral</a>, the idyllic property had five registered bidders compete for the property.<img alt="24 Beaconsfield Road MOSS VALE, NSW 2577" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-22_at_6.19.49_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to Mr Fairbanks, virtual bidding kicked off at $700,000, which knocked out a few active buyers until there was one final bid at $723,000.“The owners are extremely pleased with this result as it was well above their expectations,” said Mr Fairbanks.Check out all the latest listings on <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango.</a>

Canberra auction results prove market is as popular as ever

Holder has a new suburb record after a modern four-bedroom property sold for $1.6 million ahead of its scheduled online auction on Saturday 28 August.The property at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/87-blackwood-terrace-holder-act-2611-45806/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">87 Blackwood Terrace</a> is listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/jason-roses-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Roses</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/braith-hartfield/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Braith Hartfield</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/verv-property/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VERV Property</a> and smashes <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/holder-act-2611/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Holder’s</a> previous suburb record of $1.2 million.“We exchanged the contracts two hours ago…the sellers are absolutely ecstatic and over the moon,” said Mr Roses.<img alt="87 Blackwood Terrace HOLDER, ACT 2611" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-20_at_2.52.56_pm.width-800.png" width="800">This is the third suburb record achieved by VERV Property, who only opened their doors in September last year.According to Mr Roses, Number 87 was lucky enough to have a few open home inspections and over 100 groups through before the lockdown restrictions were announced.Upon hearing the lockdown announcements last week, Mr Roses said his boutique agency “moved like lightening” to adapt to an online platform.“As a boutique agency, we adapted really quickly and have been able to meet the demands of the market.”“The market still wants auctions to go ahead and not to be delayed.”<img alt="87 Blackwood Terrace HOLDER, ACT 2611" class="richtext-image full-width" height="532" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-20_at_2.52.49_pm.width-800.png" width="800">The new owners of 87 Blackwood Terrace are a young couple from North Canberra who had their heart set on the property from attending an inspection.Mr Roses said the modern home was built from scratch and unique in the lifestyle it offered.“The property has so many luxury features that you don’t expect in an older suburb like Holder,” he said.“It has one of the most stunning kitchens I have ever come across…there is even a custom-made wine fridge that fits 100 wine bottles.”To add to the luxury features, Number 87 is set on a 300sqm block and has north-facing living areas, four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an impressive entry hallway with 2.7m ceilings throughout.<img alt="87 Blackwood Terrace HOLDER, ACT 2611" class="richtext-image full-width" height="532" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-20_at_2.53.22_pm.width-800.png" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/holder-act-2611/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango data</a> reveals that Holder has a current median property price of $705,000. This is a significant jump from last year when the median property price was $650,000.Mr Roses said the current lockdown restrictions have highlighted the demand for property in Canberra.“Since the announcement, we are still selling homes and we are still negotiating with buyers,” he said.“This shows that the market is very active and we’re finding that it’s still busier than ever.”<img alt="87 Blackwood Terrace HOLDER, ACT 2611" class="richtext-image full-width" height="535" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-08-20_at_2.53.49_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Mr Roses said that despite these times, VERV Property will continue to meet their client’s needs.“If there is anyone out there thinking of getting an idea about the value of what their home is worth, please give us a ring because we are still able to serve our clients and deliver.”You can get in touch with VERV Property <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/verv-property/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or contact <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/jason-roses-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Roses</a> on 0431 419 847.

Holder suburb record smashed by modern beauty

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<a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/maria-selleck/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maria Selleck</a> is the owner and director of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/maria-selleck-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maria Selleck Properties</a> and has been selling homes in <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/macarthur-act-2904/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Macarthur</a> since 2009. With 13 years of experience in the area, she knows a thing or two about Macarthur and what makes it such a tightly held region in Canberra’s south.According to <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/macarthur-act-2904/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango data,</a> the current median sale price is $725,000. This is a drastic increase from 2019 when the median sale price was $650,000. That’s up $75,000 in two years, making Macarthur one of the many suburbs in Canberra that have experienced a market boom.Maria Selleck currently has three Macarthur suburb records to her name. Maria’s first record price sale was in 2009 when she sold 14 Kater Close for $765,000. The next record set by Maria was in 2017 when 5 Dennys Place was snapped up for $1 million. The current record price was obtained in March 2021, when <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/93-jackie-howe-crescent-macarthur-act-2904-38659/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">93 Jackie Howe Crescent</a> sold for $1.3 million, beating the previous record set in 2017 by a massive $300,000.<img alt="93 Jackie Howe Crescent MACARTHUR, ACT 2904" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-23_at_3.25.22_pm.width-800.png" width="800">When asked about her success in the region, Ms Selleck humbly said that it came down to &quot;doing what I normally do.&quot;“We go out of our way to ensure that the house is looking its very best,” she said.Ms Selleck isn’t expecting prices in Macarthur to flatten out anytime soon.“Houses have been upgraded and updated,” she said.“Macarthur has a lot of facilities close to it and you don’t have many houses coming up for sale at the same time, so it is a very tightly held area.”“People who buy into Macarthur tend to stay there.”<img alt="93 Jackie Howe Crescent MACARTHUR, ACT 2904" class="richtext-image full-width" height="539" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-23_at_3.26.47_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to Ms Selleck, the vendors of her three record-sales in the region sold to either move for business or interstate.A number of houses have recently sold in Macarthur with two selling well all over the current median sale price of $725,000. A spacious four-bedroom property at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/8-jackie-howe-crescent-macarthur-act-2904-43751/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">8 Jackie Howe Crescent</a> and listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mcintyre-property" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McIntyre Property</a> sold for $1.203 million on 19 July 2021. Another four-bedroom house at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/9-ebsworth-close-macarthur-act-2904-42442/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">9 Ebsworth Close</a> and listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Canberra</a> sold for $1.12 million on 15 June 2021.<img alt="9 Ebsworth Close MACARTHUR, ACT 2904" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-23_at_3.27.41_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Two other properties at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/5-kater-close-macarthur-act-2904-43743/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Kater Close</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/14-hardie-close-macarthur-act-2904-43911/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">14 Hardie Close</a>, both of which have four-bedrooms and two-bathrooms, have undisclosed prices but have also been snapped up in July this year.While a small suburb and with a close-knit community, it is clear that Macarthur is a place where families in Canberra congregate.“There is very good schooling next to it,” Ms Selleck said.Renowned schools nearby include Caroline Chisholm School and Gilmore Primary School.“You also have the Chisholm shops very close by and there are views from the higher and lower sides of the area,” Ms Selleck said.Macarthur is bordered by the Wanniassa Hill Nature Reserve and offers sweeping views of nature wherever you are.To find out more about Macarthur, you can get in touch with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/maria-selleck/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maria Selleck</a> on (02) 6162 1234 or 0417 258 803.You can also check out all the latest listings on <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango.</a>

Renowned agent Maria Selleck provides insights into the Macarthur region

When it comes to securing record-breaking properties, real estate agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/lucia-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lucia Marzano</a> is miles ahead of others. Just last week, Lucia’s sold a <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-51-mainwaring-rich-circuit-palmerston-act-2913-44920/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">two-bedroom townhouse</a> in Palmerston for $625,000. This beat the previous two-bedroom townhouse record in <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/palmerston-act-2913/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Palmerston</a> by $75,000.Lucia Marzano has always had a passion for the real estate industry, starting her professional career as an eighteen-year-old at a boutique real estate agency in Canberra. What’s even more impressive is that at 23 years old, Lucia became a fully-fledged homeowner.“I was 23 years old when I purchased my first home and at the time it was very overwhelming, but it gave me an understanding of what it’s really like to be on the other end of the transaction,” she said.<img alt="Lucia Marzano" class="richtext-image full-width" height="821" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-29_at_12.01.51_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Lucia now works for <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/badenoch-real-estate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Badenoch Real Estate</a> and credits her successful 11-year career in real estate to a realistic mindset and dedication to clients.“I find it really interesting how differently every property is sold and the process in which it is handled,” she said. “A lot of the time my job is about relationship building along the way. We have amazing clients that we stay in touch with beyond selling.”It’s Lucia’s dedicated to her clients before, during, and after the selling process that provided her the opportunity to sell the record-breaking townhouse in Palmerston.“I sold the townhouse to the seller three years ago and I stayed in touch with them ever since,” she said. “So, when it came to selling it now they came straight to me and I was very touched.”<img alt="6/51 Mainwaring Rich Circuit PALMERSTON, ACT 2913" class="richtext-image full-width" height="801" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-29_at_11.59.45_am.width-800.png" width="800">The two-bedroom townhouse at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-51-mainwaring-rich-circuit-palmerston-act-2913-44920/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6/51 Mainwaring Rich Circuit in Palmerston</a> is spread across a single level and recently renovated. There is an abundance of natural light throughout and the bedrooms and incredibly spacious. Lucia said that the townhouse offered more flexibility given the two-bedrooms on offer.“We had a lot of downsizers look at it because it is single level, north-facing and with two bathrooms,” she said. “A huge selling point was that it had a large wrap around courtyard where you could have a veggie patch and entertainment area.”Lucia said she had a feeling the townhouse would leave its mark on the Palmerston area.“I was quietly confident it would be a record sale because it was just a beautiful product.”The new owner is not originally from Canberra but according to Lucia, “loves the Palmerston area”.“Palmerston has always been a hidden gem and flown under the radar,” she said. “But now it’s making its mark in the industry because it is very close to the city.”<img alt="6/51 Mainwaring Rich Circuit PALMERSTON, ACT 2913" class="richtext-image full-width" height="602" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-29_at_12.05.57_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/palmerston-act-2913/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango data</a>, Palmerston has a median sale price $649,999 and a population of 5525. A quieter part of Gungahlin, Palmerston is popular with young families and retirees who like the proximity to the city and surrounding nature reserves.There is no doubt that Lucia is going to continue breaking more records in her career. I suggest you keep Lucia in mind when you want to sell your own house - you won’t find anyone as personable, understanding, and easy to talk to.You can check out Lucia on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucia.marzano_realestate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and get in touch with her on 0435 791 119. To learn more about <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/badenoch-real-estate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Badenoch Real Estate,</a> visit their <a href="https://badenoch.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website.</a>

Local real estate agent Lucia Marzano is off to a record-breaking start

A stunning five-bedroom home has sold for $1.636 million, setting a new suburb record in the prosperous region of <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/crace-act-2911/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crace.</a>Listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/jess-smith-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jess Smith</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/jess-doolan-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jess Doolan</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/stone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stone Gungahlin</a>, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/122-langtree-crescent-crace-act-2911-41659/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">No. 122 Langtree Crescent</a> has beaten the previous suburb record of $1.630 held by 7 Langtree Crescent.“This is a really prestigious street in Crace and there are a lot of really big, gorgeous houses there,” selling agent Jess Doolan said.<img alt="122 Langtree Crescent CRACE, ACT 2911" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-21_at_2.51.19_pm.width-800.png" width="800">It is not a surprise then that both suburb records have been broken by houses on the same street.No. 122 Langtree Crescent also eclipsed its previous sale in December 2016 when it sold for $1.22 million, according to <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/122-langtree-crescent-crace-act-2911-41659/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango data.</a>“I had an inkling from the get-go that this home was going to be record breaking,” said Principal of Stone Gungahlin, Jess Smith.“I was not going to get the owners to sell it for anything less than what it is worth.”<img alt="122 Langtree Crescent CRACE, ACT 2911" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-21_at_2.59.42_pm.width-800.png" width="800">The Crace property is spacious and versatile, split across two levels with the four main bedrooms and living areas all on one level.There is also no shortage of luxury features. There is an impressive outdoor entertaining area with a built-in kitchen and barbecue, a home cinema, and a dedicated games area with pool table.Other features include a stone kitchen with full butlers&#x27; pantry, large bedrooms with built-ins, three designer bathrooms with a master ensuite that has a spa bath, a workshop with built-in cupboards and a washbasin, a video front doorbell, and ducted reverse cycle air conditioning.<img alt="122 Langtree Crescent CRACE, ACT 2911" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-21_at_3.00.07_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to Ms Smith, the property has been purchased by a family who intends to use it as a place where family from all over can come and stay.“This property is perfect for them in terms of the downstairs that gives them the option to live in it if they would like but also has plenty of guest rooms,” Ms Smith said.“It is such a spectacular home and has got one of the most grande feels about it in the whole of Crace.”<img alt="122 Langtree Crescent CRACE, ACT 2911" class="richtext-image full-width" height="536" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-21_at_2.59.54_pm.width-800.png" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/crace-act-2911/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango Data</a> reveals that Crace has a median sale price of $675,000 and a population of 4459.Ms Smith said that while Crace has been “quiet” in the number of top-end sales, its location draws people from across Canberra.“I was talking to a lady from Melbourne, and she asked what Crace was like and I said it was a beautiful micro hub in Gungahlin that is completely self-sufficient,” Ms Smith said.<img alt="122 Langtree Crescent CRACE, ACT 2911" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-07-21_at_2.49.22_pm.width-800.png" width="800">“It’s one of the only suburbs that draws people in from all geographical areas because it is so central.”“There is such a beautiful, communal feel about it…”.Crace is approximately a seven minute drive from Gungahlin and under a 20 minute drive to Civic.You can check out the record-breaking property listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/stone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stone Gungahlin</a> <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/122-langtree-crescent-crace-act-2911-41659/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

Luxury house sets new Crace suburb record

Crowds of determined house hunters battled it out at auction on Saturday for 15 minutes in a desperate bid to secure one of <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/bonner-act-2914/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bonner’s</a> most luxurious properties on the market.<img alt="11 Numiari Street BONNER, ACT 2914" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-28_at_12.47.15_pm.width-800.png" width="800">A five-bedroom house at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-numiari-street-bonner-act-2914-42228/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11 Numiara Street</a> in Bonner sold $600,000 above the suburb record following competition between two families fighting for the dream home.The property was listed with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/luton-gungahlin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luton Gungahlin</a>’s <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/stuart-james/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stuart James,</a> <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/adrian-giampietro/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adrian Giampietro</a> and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/rachelle-french-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rachelle French</a>.<img alt="11 Numiari Street BONNER, ACT 2914" class="richtext-image full-width" height="527" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-28_at_12.47.35_pm.width-800.png" width="800">While 11 prospective buyers were registered to bid, 7 were actively bidding and bids started off at $1.3 million.“It went pretty quickly from there to reach the sale price,” said selling agent Adrian Giampietro.In the end, there was back and forth between two local families, with a family from Gungahlin eventually outbidding the other family and scoring the keys to the modern masterpiece.<img alt="11 Numiari Street BONNER, ACT 2914" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-28_at_12.47.48_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to Mr Giampietro, the new owners were looking to upsize and loved the pool and expansive space on offer.“The property has a degree of quality that is not common,” he said.“There is a clear demand for high quality homes like this in Gungahlin.”The property epitomises a resort more than anything.<img alt="11 Numiari Street BONNER, ACT 2914" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-28_at_12.47.57_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Spread across 789sqm, there is nothing short of luxurious features on offer – there is a solar heated pool, multiple modern living rooms, a garage big enough to fit three cars, an incredible outdoor entertainment area with barbeque and wine fridge, and the endless possibility of transforming the fifth-bedroom into a home theatre room.<img alt="11 Numiari Street BONNER, ACT 2914" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-28_at_12.51.03_pm.width-800.png" width="800">According to <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-numiari-street-bonner-act-2914-42228/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango data</a>, the land value of the property had a recent growth rate of 4.38 per cent, giving it an unimproved land value of $411,000. As of 2021, the median sale price is currently $720,000.Check out all the latest listings on <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango.</a>

Bonner Home Sells $600k Above Suburb Record Following Fierce Competition At Auction

A brand-new home completely decked out with the latest contemporary features has smashed the <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/flynn-act-2615/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flynn</a> suburb record of $1.305 million previously held by <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/22-love-street-flynn-act-2615-32948/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">22 Love Street</a> in <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/flynn-act-2615/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flynn</a>.The five-bedroom residence at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/7-spalding-street-flynn-act-2615-42788/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Spalding Street</a> in <a href="https://zango.com.au/research/suburb/flynn-act-2615/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flynn</a> sold for $1.561 million at a memorable auction this morning.<img alt="7 Spalding Street FLYNN, ACT 2615" class="richtext-image full-width" height="597" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-24_at_12.00.06_pm.width-800.png" width="800">“This new record for Flynn concretes the fact that the Belconnen area is a desirable place to live with high calibre of homes that is such a great drawcard for families”, said selling agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/jason-anasson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Anasson</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mcgrath-north-canberra/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McGrath North Canberra.</a>Crowds flocked to see who would be the lucky buyer that could call this luxurious home with an original $1.35 million price guide their own.Five registered bidders took part in the auction with increments starting off at $100,000, then narrowing down into $50,000, then $25,000, before settling on the final price of $1.561 million. <img alt="flynn_edit.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="597" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/flynn_edit.width-800.png" width="800">Competition was ready from get-go, with a family from Belconnen making strong bids and knocking off another interested buyer from Sydney along the way to successfully score the expansive family residence.According to Mr Anasson, the new owners were with him from the start of the campaign.“They are a lovely family looking to upsize and now their dream has come true”, he said.“They love the fact that it is open-plan living, there is seamless transition from inside to outside, there are views looking out across the Brindabella’s…and the overall expansive space.”<img alt="7 Spalding Street FLYNN, ACT 2615" class="richtext-image full-width" height="597" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-24_at_12.02.14_pm.width-800.png" width="800">Inspired by the builder’s expertise on design, the home attracted over 84 groups throughout the campaign, with interest sparked particularly by locals who were eager to check out the knock-down re-build transformation.A stone-throw away from Mount Rogers Reserve, the property is on a 767sqm block and split across two levels with 3.5m ceilings and large floor-to-ceiling windows and doors.<img alt="7 Spalding Street FLYNN, ACT 2615" class="richtext-image full-width" height="601" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2021-06-24_at_12.00.27_pm_bmy7gsM.width-800.png" width="800">To add to the luxury, there are double glazed windows, a wood fireplace, an expansive outdoor entertainment area, and a private balcony that looks across the serene mountain landscape.There is also an open-plan kitchen, living and dining room which makes for the perfect place to entertain.The contemporary finishes are a major feature that make the property perfect for a growing family.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/7-spalding-street-flynn-act-2615-42788/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zango Data</a> reveals that the property was previously on the market in June 2018 when it was sold for $390,000 to a local builder, whose style and expertise has impressively transformed the property into the contemporary haven it is today.

Flynn Suburb Record Smashed After Luxurious Home Sells $211k Above Price Guide

An impressive new record has been set for the suburb of Gordon in Canberra’s south, following the sale of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/23-hickenbotham-street-gordon-act-2906-32926/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">23 Hickenbotham Street</a>. At $1,190,000 it tops Gordon’s previous 2016 record of $1,085,000. The stunning architecturally designed home went under offer immediately following its auction in early November 2020, with exchange taking place this week. 23 Hickenbotham Street sits on an elevated 981sqm block and features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The house boasts breathtaking views over the south, plus a fully enclosed resort style heated swimming pool, gym, and self-contained granny flat. Prestigious inclusions adding to the property’s appeal include a cocktail bar, gourmet kitchen, and generous master bedroom with walk in robe, ensuite and bay window offering spectacular views. Agent and auctioneer of the property, <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/michael-martin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michael Martin</a> from <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/luton-tuggeranong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luton in Tuggeranong</a>, says he knew from the moment he first saw the property that it was a record breaker. “It’s been a long time coming with the previous record set in 2016. The couple who bought it are long time clients of mine who fell in love with it as soon as they walked through the door. When it passed in at auction, they put in an offer which was accepted that day. “The wow-factor of this property is immediately evident. It has very light and open living spaces, and was purposefully designed to capture the stunning views over the valley to Black Mountain. With an open kitchen, bar, entertaining area, huge indoor self-cleaning pool, balcony and more, this house has everything you could ever want.” Michael says the home’s previous owners had lived there for many years and decided to downsize because their children had left home. “The owners moved from this 463sqm home to a property half the size. They absolutely loved it, but it didn’t suit their needs anymore. “They weren’t in a rush to sell so we were happy to wait for the right price. At auction there were 4 registered bidders and we had pre-auction offers as well. It was just a matter of waiting for the right offer to come through – and it did.” Of setting a new record, Michael says “It’s exciting to achieve the first suburb record for 2021 and we expect a lot more this year. It’s the second record price I’ve achieved in 12 months, and the ninth record sales price achieved by Luton Properties in 12 months. As a company, we strive to break suburb records because that’s how you keep the market moving. “We’ve seen an enormous increase in buyers looking to settle in Tuggeranong. They can see the incredible value for the land they’re buying and the proximity to a huge range of amenities. It’s impressive to see how much the community is evolving, and we’re certainly excited to see what happens in 2021.” Michael also set the record price for Gordon “Stage One” in November 2020; selling 1 Donohoe Place, Gordon prior to auction for $966,500 – well exceeding the seller’s expectations. “Setting the record price for stage one, stage two and the whole of Gordon in the space of 3 months is a career achievement I am proud of. And I’m excited to break more records moving into the New Year!”

New record sales price for Gordon

The Tuggeranong suburb of Bonython has recorded its first million dollar property sale, and a brand new suburb record, with the sale of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/66-don-dunstan-drive-bonython-act-2905-25490/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">66 Don Dunstan Drive</a> this week.The award-winning, architecturally designed property sold for $1.023 million via private negotiations by listing agents Michael Martin and Melissa Von Der Burg from Luton Properties Tuggeranong.Michael said the previous suburb record was set in 2018 by the sale of 23 Helpmann Street at $965,000, and he was confident 66 Don Dunstan Drive would beat it.“I haven&#x27;t really seen anything quite like this home in the suburb before. It’s architecturally designed, plenty of open living spaces, huge high ceilings, perfectly facing west,” he said.“The home also won an award for Best Custom Build back in 2010 through the Master Builders Association, so it&#x27;s certainly a stand out home.”<img alt="66 Don Dunstan Drive BONYTHON 2.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="478" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/66_Don_Dunstan_Drive_BONYTHON_2.width-800.png" width="800">Sitting just across from Pine Island Reserve,<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/66-don-dunstan-drive-bonython-act-2905-25490/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> the four bedroom, two bathroom home</a> features an abundance of indoor and outdoor living options, including an upstairs parents retreat with exceptional panoramic views.Despite being restricted to private inspections due to the cancellation of open homes, Michael said they had a strong response in the short campaign.“Inspections were by appointment only and we had just over 30 private inspections in two weeks, so it was quite busy. We dealt with some very serious buyers but someone was particularly interested to move quickly,” he said.Michael said the vendors were looking to downsize ahead of a move interstate, while the new owners are an elderly couple that wanted to move closer to their family who live in Gordon.<img alt="66 Don Dunstan Drive BONYTHON 3.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="486" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/66_Don_Dunstan_Drive_BONYTHON_3.width-800.png" width="800">He also believes the strong response shows there’s still confidence in the market, despite the uncertain times.“We are dealing with plenty of buyers, there&#x27;s no doubt about it,” he said.“The buyers that we&#x27;re dealing with are serious buyers, and they have a genuine reason to be looking and a genuine reason to buy. There&#x27;s properties that are going in one or two weeks.”

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