Why this sleeper suburb should be on your property watchlist

Dickson has long been considered nothing more than the major shopping precinct for Canberra’s Inner North.

However, the suburb has undergone a transition in recent years and is now a thriving residential area offering something for everyone.

There are apartments around the DKSN area, where the vibrant dining precinct offers everything from Asian street food to gourmet doughnuts.

New luxury townhouses are being built in the more established areas, and solid family homes sit on picturesque, tree-lined streets.

Addy agent Ryan Hedley says Dickson is something of a “sleeper suburb”.

“Dickson has everything you would need, no matter what kind of lifestyle you want to live,” he says. “I suggest getting in before everyone else realises this as well.”

Hedley says the revitalised Dickson shops, easy access to the city via the light rail, and top-quality schools in the area have helped to increase buyer interest, particularly from families.

“It’s a great place to start that Inner North journey, but then we’ve got people who’ve lived in the area for 30 to 40 years looking for something new as well,” he says.

“Everyone has a unique story about why they moved to the area. This mix is part of the reason why Dickson is a great spot.”

According to Domain data, the current median price for houses is $1.175 million and $597,500 for units.

My local Dickson

with Ryan Hedley, Addy Agency

Best eats
It is hard to pick when Dickson arguably offers the best multicultural dining experience in Canberra, from incredible Asian spots to the sweet treats at Spilt Milk. And you can’t go past Highroad for a coffee.

Hidden gem

Mafia Buns on Challis Street serves one of the most underrated burgers in Canberra, and the little van gives great vintage vibes. Try the double-patty Hulky Beef and some loaded fries.

Favourite street

Dumaresq Street must be up there due to its tree-lined canopy and proximity to both the pool and wetlands. Although, I have a soft spot for Archer Street, where I sold my first Dickson property.

Homes for sale in Dickson

Named after Sir James Dickson (1832-1901) who was one of the founders of the Constitution, you’ll find a mix of houses, townhouse and apartments in Dickson.

Apartments and units account for 49% of all property types in Dickson, followed by houses (29%) and townhouses (21%).

The median house price is currently $1,165,000 which the median unit price is $561,000.

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