Sold
$718,000
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16/12 Howitt Street, Kingston ACT 2604

Apartment
3126.0
Block size: 3957 m² approx.Apartment size: 101 m² approx.UV: $6,250,000 (2022)

Ground floor courtyard apartment.

Located on Howitt Street which is arguably Canberra’s best apartment street, this spacious three bedroom apartment is a stunning offering to the market. Howitt Street is known for its leafy Pinoak Trees which flank the street and let you experience the seasons as they change year round. It is also known for its perfect location next door to the Kingston Shops and the amenity that they offer such as the new Supabarn Precinct, amazing local cafes, some of Canberra’s best restaurants and its proximity to both Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle. Located in the catchment area for sought after Canberra schools such as Forrest Primary, Red Hill Primary and Telopea Park School.

Stepping inside you will be in awe of the generous floorplan, the neutral pallet and the updates that the owners have done to ensure that the property is move in ready for its new owner. The property combines the best of the older style of buildings we see in Kingston with solid brick construction but finishes that are often sought after in the market such an updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances and reverse-cycle heating and cooling.

‘Howitt Place’ is renowned as one of Kingston’s best developments due to its manicured gardens, its beautiful façade and the fact that it is one of only a few complexes in the area to have a swimming pool. These aspects make it ideal for an owner occupier looking to enjoy the local lifestyle or an investor looking to secure a long term stable investment option.

Summary:
- North facing and flooded with natural light
- A moments stroll from an array of cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping
- Beautifully maintained complex
- Modern galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stone benches and ample storage space
- Three bedrooms all with built-in-robes
- Separate laundry with dryer
- Two secure underground carspaces
- Lock-up storage cage
- Access to shared swimming pool and communal gardens
- Reverse-cycle air-conditioning
- Close to Forrest Primary, Red Hill Primary and Telopea Park School
- Spacious floorplan with 101m2 of internal space and 31m2 of courtyard

Figure Summary (all approx.):
- Body corporate: $1367 p.q
- General rates: $620 p.q
- Land tax (if let): $796 p.q.
- Water and sewerage: $185 p.q
- Built in 1987
Features
  • Dishwasher
  • Gym
  • Swimming Pool
nbn® Fibre to the Building (FTTB) is available in this property
Max wholesale speed tier available: nbn® Home Fast

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Key details

Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
1
Garage Spaces:
2
Property type:
Apartment
Block Size:
3957 *
EER:
6
Unimproved Value:
$6,250,000 (2022)

Other Details

Block:
39
Section:
19
Apartment Size:
101 *
Rates (Residential):
$33,325*
Rates (Commercial):
$327,408*
Rates (Rural):
$5,702*
Land Tax (Residential):
$69,250*
Legal description:
CANB/KING/19/39
nbn® availability:
nbn® Fibre to the Building (FTTB)
*These are approximate values based on available information.
PURNELL

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Block information
Block 39 Section 19 Kingston
Block size: 3957 (approx)
Unimproved value: $6,250,000 (2022)
Legal description: CANB/KING/19/39
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What's nearby

Telopea Primary SchoolPrimary School
0.9km
Telopea High SchoolHigh School
0.9km
The Canberra HospitalHospital
5.1km
Canberra CentreMajor Shopping Centre
4.1km
Australian National UniversityUniversity
4.7km
St Edmund's CollegeCollege
0.7km
Kingston Post OfficePost Office
0.2km
Canberra Institute Of TechnologyTafe
1.8km

Property history

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Property History
11 Apr 2024
Sold
PURNELL
$718,000
Contract: 01/03/2024
Transfer: 11/04/2024
Listed: 08/02/2024
Days on market: 22
Block size: 3957.6m²
Transfer type: Full transfer
Purpose: Multiple unit dwelling
14 Dec 2022
Sold
Independent Tuggeranong
$630,000
Contract: 30/09/2022
Transfer: 14/12/2022
Listed: 01/06/2022
Days on market: 121
Block size: 3958m²
Transfer type: Full transfer
Purpose: Multiple unit dwelling
17 Jun 2002
Sold
$299,000
Contract: 08/04/2002
Transfer: 17/06/2002
Block size: 3958m²
Transfer type: Full transfer
Purpose: Multiple unit dwelling
03 Dec 2001
Sold
$189,634
Contract: 14/09/2001
Transfer: 03/12/2001
Block size: 3958m²
Transfer type: Full transfer
Purpose: Multiple unit dwelling

Kingston suburb information

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SummaryMedian salesUnimproved value
Average Age
35 years
Population
6,579
Unimproved value for Kingston
$6,250,000
Listing ID: 182281612. This listing has been viewed 2737 times. It was first displayed on 08/02/2024 and last updated on 01/03/2024.
Allhomes acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of the lands where Allhomes is situated. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of Canberra and the region. We also acknowledge all other First Nations Peoples on whose lands we work.
"With open hearts and minds, together we grow." artwork by David Williams of Gilimbaa.