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You’ve seen it on the Canberra Noticeboard a million times: ‘Hi everyone - we’re moving to Canberra in August and were wondering which are the best suburbs and schools to consider. We have an 8yo and 5yo and a 3yo Beagle. Grateful for any advice.’In a bid to make it easier for Sydneysiders to make the move down to our fair capital, we’ve decided to do what should have been done years ago: match Sydney and Canberra suburbs by lifestyle and location. (It was way harder than we thought.)Did we get it right?<h3 data-block-key="fbdu">If you live in Paddington, move to: Manuka.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px6" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px6.width-800.png" width="800">When it comes to sophistication and elegance, Paddington and Manuka share the same ‘Rodeo Drive’ feel. Both suburbs are renowned for their boutique shops, trendy cafes, vibrant social scenes and eclectic architecture. Residents enjoy a high standard of living in both suburbs, surrounded by picturesque streets lined with heritage buildings.Both Manuka and Paddington attract young professionals and families seeking a blend of convenience and charm. With their proximity to the city centre and array of cultural amenities, both suburbs stand as prime examples of urban living at its finest.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=O%27Connor,%202602,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View Manuka&#x27;s luxury listings.</a><h3 data-block-key="ap6f6">If you live in Parramatta, move to: Belconnen.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px2.width-800.png" width="800">Yes, we have a ‘Western suburbs’ option for people who prefer a sense of community and being close to a massive Westfield shopping centre. Both Belconnen and Parramatta serve as major commercial and cultural hubs outside the central business districts of their respective cities.Each boasts extensive shopping, recreational facilities and diverse dining options. Both regions offer a range of housing options, from sky-high apartments to family homes. Bonus: GIO Stadium can easily swap in for Olympic Park.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;address_region=Belconnen&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in the Belconnen region.</a><h3 data-block-key="cb1u">If you live in Newtown, move to: Braddon.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px3" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px3.width-800.png" width="800">Braddon and Newtown both exude a bohemian charm, offering an eclectic mix of cafes, bars, retail and art spaces. Known for their alternative cultures and vibrant street art, both suburbs appeal to a younger demographic seeking vivid lifestyle. Both areas have undergone gentrification in recent years, attracting a creative community while retaining their unique identities.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Braddon,%202612,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in Braddon, ACT.</a><h3 data-block-key="jub1">If you live in Mosman, move to: Yarralumla.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px4" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px4.width-800.png" width="800">If it’s leafy streets, waterfront views and prestigious homes you’re after, look no further than one of Canberra’s oldest suburbs: Yarralumla. Like Mosman, it offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, and boasts a sense of exclusivity you won’t find in other Canberra suburbs.Luxurious properties nestle among lush greenery in Yarralumla and residents enjoy a high standard of living, including being close to nature reserves and many fine dining options.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Yarralumla,%202600,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the luxury listings of Yarralumla, ACT.</a><h3 data-block-key="cntbn">If you live in Balmain, move to: Kingston.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px.width-800.png" width="800">Located on the waterfront, both suburbs boast stunning views of iconic bodies of water (one an ocean, one a lake, but you get the drift) and a relaxed vibe. Residents enjoy leisurely strolls along the wharf, waterfront dining, and a thriving arts scene.Both Kingston and Balmain have undergone revitalisation in recent years, attracting young professionals and creatives seeking a laid-back lifestyle with easy access to the city centre. The Kingston Pub (the Kingo) could easily swap in for the Balmain Hotel.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Kingston,%202604,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in Kingston, ACT.</a><h3 data-block-key="1iunm">If you live in Chatswood, move to: Gungahlin.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px5" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px5.width-800.png" width="800">What on earth do Chatswood and Gungahlin have in common? Well, for a start, they’re both thriving residential and commercial centres with excellent transport links and diverse communities. Both are also known for their modern developments, bustling shopping centres, reputable schools and recreational facilities.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list&amp;address_region=Gungahlin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in the Gungahlin region.</a><h3 data-block-key="7b3ul">If you live in Glebe, move to: O’Connor.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px7" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px7.width-800.png" width="800">Welcome to the epitome of inner-city living. If you’re used to the historic charm, tree-lined streets and incredible location of Glebe, you’ll love finding all of those things in O’Connor. Both suburbs offer a strong sense of community, and are located just minutes from luxury shopping in the city and weekend farmer’s markets.Historic homes mingle with modern apartments in 2037 and 2602, catering to a mix of professionals, academics and families seeking a laid-back lifestyle.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=O%27Connor,%202602,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in O&#x27;Connor, ACT.</a>

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This Zango Cracker Property could WIN you a Double Pass to the Official Skyfire VIP Function held at Regatta Point. <a href="https://zango.com.au/skyfire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find out more here.</a>Known as an H House, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">20 Blackbutt Street</a> in O’Connor has been described as “both transparent and blank walled, introverted and extroverted, radical and traditional” by its owner, award-winning architect Joanna Nelson.According to sales agent <a href="/agents/holly-komorowski/">Holly Komorowski</a>, from <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/home-holly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">home.by holly</a>, it’s a home worth celebrating due to its unique 1959 values, enhanced with a thoughtful renovation that has paid clever homage to its mid-century charm.<div>
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“One of the highlights of this home is how the architects have retained and respected the original design and footprint. Important textural and whimsical details have been lovingly kept,” she explained.“These days, it’s all too easy to just pull these places to pieces or knock them over, and seeing the energy and investment that has been put into not doing that here is really exciting.“It feels beautiful. It’s so liveable.”<img alt="20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-image-0-20240229023203046963-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-ima.width-800.jpg" width="800">The house was constructed utilising an innovative plan that sees two parallel wings connected by a hallway in the shape of an H. Both sides of the house open to private courtyards, providing outdoor spaces that cool the home and invite people to gather.The simple modernist form is sheltered by a towering brittle gum and enveloped by lush gardens on a 754 square metre block.The entrance is to one side via a shady courtyard greened by climbing vines. The placement of a corrugated water tank combined with a bright yellow door and slate crazy paving create a magical entry sequence.“It is in a really nice pocket of O’Connor, on the high end of Blackbutt Street, and there is a real feel of connection to the surrounding bushland,” said Holly.“We’ve had lots of engagement so far, particularly from communities that follow mid-century and architectural homes in Canberra, but I think this will appeal to many people. It’s something different and it hasn’t been completely deconstructed.”The renovation, which included extending upward, was a collaborative effort by Nelson and Nino Bellantonio from AiL Studio and was awarded the Small Project Architecture Award and the Canberra Medallion.“Winning the Canberra Medallion is a real accolade to what Nelson and Bellantonio have achieved here. It is a real acknowledgement of the architectural significance of the restoration,” said Holly.<img alt="Screenshot 2024-03-04 at 10.02.27 am" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screenshot_2024-03-04_at_10.02.27am.width-800.png" width="800">Joanna Nelson first found the house in 2004 when she moved to Canberra with her family.She had been in sole practice for 17 years and was interested in collaborating with another architect. She read about one of Bellantonio’s renovation/addition projects in Canberra and contacted him in 2007. By happy coincidence, Nino already had a long association with the H House and had once considered buying it himself.The two architects considered the heritage aspects of the project, preserving and amplifying its essential qualities while providing adaptations for the 21st century.The combined living and dining room has been kept intact with its large windows and flow to a sunny courtyard and alfresco dining.A new studio and balcony sit above the entry hall, accessed via a spiral staircase within the courtyard. This addition gives a light and airy, versatile space with a balcony that looks out across treetops to Mt Ainslie and down to the swimming pool below.“The repurposing of the original brick garage, taking the roof off and recreating it into a private swimming pool was just so clever,” said Holly.<img alt="20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-image-0-20240229023210422514-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1066" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-ima.width-800_3McnNOW.jpg" width="800">“There is a real Mediterranean feel here with the whitewashed walls and the reflection of the light. It’s quite awesome.”Garden walls provide a sense of containment, and a citrus orchard hedges the rear fence line, providing a bounty of fruit. Vegetables prosper within a dedicated caged enclosure that protects the harvest from the resident possum.The classic glass doors of the garden shed look out to green lawns, while finely worked wrought iron, depicting the elegant form of the ibis, adorns the original garden gates.“As an agency we have sold some amazing homes with gorgeous aspects and this one is no exception. It is great to celebrate them, which is so important about this one – it hasn’t been knocked down.”Holly is known for her love and understanding of this type of architecture in the area.<img alt="20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-image-0-20240229023206128153-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618-ima.width-800_NNyCTTT.jpg" width="800">“Canberra was a city of design after all, and largely constructed in the 60s and 70s, so we have a lot of modernist influenced architecture here,” she said.“There is a lot in O’Connor too, and it developed at that time as a lot of academics were coming to the ANU in Canberra and were willing to build in more experimental ways.”Other features include tallowwood and Victorian ash parquetry flooring, a mosaic-tiled bathroom with an open shower and island bath, and a slate-paved alfresco barbecue area with solid terrazzo seating and under-house storage.20 Blackbutt Street, O&#x27;Connor goes to Auction 10:30am Saturday 23 March.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/20-blackbutt-street-oconnor-act-2602-96618/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/meticulous-simplicity-theres-a-unified-ambience-to-this-award-winning-architectural-renovation/748538" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

O'Connor's 'H House' blends tradition with innovation

Say hello to the four-bedroom home at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">143 Miller Street, O’Connor</a>; bringing resort-style living to the leafy inner north and with an entire level dedicated to a luxurious master suite.Decadent touches like an in-ground pool, an abundance of natural light in every room and polished timber flooring make it an even more special place to live, right in the heart of Canberra.<div>
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“It’s in such a super convenient location with a very functional floorplan, which is very family-friendly,” <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Canberra</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/maree-van-arkel-2/">Maree Van Arkel</a> says.Maree says while most homes have two living areas, this home has three (four if you count the all-seasons alfresco area) spread over 319sqm of interior living.<img alt="143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image-0-20230726043145177309-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">“It’s nice because you don’t always want to be in the same room as the kids watching what they want on TV,” she says.Maree suggests the rumpus room, which adjoins the three downstairs bedrooms and the main bathroom, and can be closed off, would make the perfect kids zone.Couples can also tuck themselves away in the expansive master suite, which occupies the home’s entire elevated upper level, offering a new definition of privacy.<img alt="143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image-0-20230726043146511760-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image.width-800_SOmyg3U.jpg" width="800">The master bedroom is complemented by an ensuite with underfloor heating, a walk-in robe and a second room with a built-in study and private balcony.“If you’re working from home, the balcony off the study is such a lovely spot as it has views towards Mount Ainslie,” Maree says.But the jewel in the crown of the home’s indoor entertaining spaces is the formal living room - complete with a gas fireplace - and the central family, dining and kitchen area.<img alt="143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image-0-20230726043156203156-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image.width-800_aM4ivzd.jpg" width="800">The kitchen’s premium Miele appliances and Caesarstone island, with a built-in breakfast bar, are just steps away from both the open-plan living and dining area, and outdoor entertaining.Outdoors, a large covered alfresco area with an in-built barbecue and kitchenette, big-screen TV and fireplace, is flanked by low-maintenance landscaped gardens and an in-ground pool.<img alt="143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image-0-20230726043157916834-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image.width-800_cgVucLb.jpg" width="800">“It’s a space for all seasons,” Maree says.“Summertime, you use the pool. Wintertime, you’re out there because the fire’s there. It doubles up as another living space.”Guests can also stay comfortable year-round indoors with zoned ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling, instantaneous hot water and underfloor heating in the bathrooms.<img alt="143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image-0-20230726043158695164-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699-image.width-800_fLjtOoI.jpg" width="800">What’s more, only a walk or short drive separates the home from local shops, schools, the Australian Institute of Sport, GIO Stadium and the Australian National University.Maree says it would be a far more difficult and costly exercise for a buyer to achieve a similar home in the same suburb from scratch with the current price of construction.“O’Connor is about $1.3 to $1.4 million for a block of land and then you’ve got to build a house,” she explains.“You can move in here and not have to spend one single cent. It’s all done.”The home at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">143 Miller Street, O’Connor</a>, goes to auction at 1pm on Saturday 26 August 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/143-miller-street-oconnor-act-2602-83699/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/light-filled-inner-north-home-features-resort-style-flair-and-an-amazing-master-suite/687322" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Riotact</a>.

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This studio apartment is ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the O'Connor. Close to the O'Connor shops and the famous Duxton pub, local schools, parks and walking trails. Close to the ANU and Canberra City and a short drive from UC.

The property has a private entrance, newly renovated kitchen with electric cooking, recently updated bathroom with gas hot water and a large light filled living area, big enough for a double bed and a living room.

The studio has access to a large private garden in which to enjoy the summer sun. Stress less with a gardener included.

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Studio Apartment in the Heart of O'Connor

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Population in O'Connor is 5481, with a median age of 34. This is way below the Canberra average of 40.5 and way below the national 41.6

Your new suburb is very young

Compared to other areas, families (60%) are over represented and the amount of single parents lower than national average

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A majority of 66% live in a house, followed by 19% apartment dwellers. Households are 2.5 people on average, seems like O'Connor is the place to go for spacious living!

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8B Busby Street O'CONNOR, ACT 2602

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Distance	School	Address
0.10 km	O'Connor Cooperative School	MacPherson Street, O'Connor
0.66 km	St Joseph's Primary	Boronia Drive, O'Connor
0.68 km	Turner Early Childhood Centre	Condamine Street, Turner
0.68 km	Turner School	Condamine Street, Turner
0.76 km	Black Mountain School	Dryandra Street, O'Connor
1.25 km	Lyneham Primary	Hall Street, Lyneham
1.45 km	Lyneham High	Goodwin Street, Lyneham
1.60 km	Brindabella Christian College - Lyneham Campus	Brigalow Street, Lyneham
1.66 km	Merici College	Wise Street, Braddon
1.96 km	Daramalan College	Cowper Street, Dickson

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