If the past decade’s spike in capital city house prices has infuenced anything, it’s buyers’ choice of afordable regional havens. For Canberrans, crossing over to Queanbeyan, where the median house price is about $400,000 lower, makes a lot of sense. As our Feature Story shows (p8), the township is more appealing than ever thanks to improving amenities, proximity to ACT work precincts, new developments and knockdown-rebuilds. See our Feature Property for one stunning example. First, turn over for open inspections to check out this weekend – and while you’re out, take the long way home. The right street, right view, or even the right feeling might be waiting just one suburb over.
Designed for everyday living
“A vision splendid” is the phrase used to describe architect Walter Burley Griffin’s winning design for Canberra. You can reflect on Griffin’s remarkable work with a two-storey mural inspired by his plans in this spectacular townhouse at 3/12 Gould Street, Turner. In fact, “a vision splendid” would be an apt description for the home itself.
Designed by Australian Institute of Architects gold medallist Alexander Tzannes, it’s spread over three levels, with high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the rooms with light.
A striking black-and-orange kitchen, feature walls and tiles in the bathrooms, and unique light fittings make a style statement. The living area opens onto a lush green garden with a heated saltwater pool and a separate selfcontained studio.
The home is a rare fusion of architectural pedigree, contemporary refinement and everyday liveability, says agent Andrew White of Belle Property Canberra. It’s on sale now for offers over $2.8 million.
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Curtin
73 Theodore Street
Contact agent
3 3 1 EER 4.5
Auction: 10am, April 18
Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Louise Harget 0412 997 894
Designed by the renowned Ben Walker Architects, the awardwinning TL House brings together statement design and functional living. The ground foor fows smoothly from front to back, with two living areas and a large kitchen-dining area that opens seamlessly to the outside. Spotted gum foors, polished concrete and custom joinery create texture and warmth. The lowmaintenance native garden is made for entertaining, with timber decks and a fre-pit zone (plus no lawn to mow).
Farrer
1 Potts Place
$949,000
3 1 1 EER 2
Private sale
Agent: Independent Property Group South, Jonathan Charles 0413 909 158
This could be the smartest buy in Farrer, ideal as a frst home or investment property. Set on an 877-square-metre corner block, there’s potential for expansion. Inside, it’s fresh and bright, with timber foors and a freplace in the living room. Outside, established gardens and a paved area will appeal to families. Schools, shops and transport links are all nearby. “Secure a move-in-ready home in one of the Woden Valley’s most soughtafter suburbs,” the agent says.
4 2 2 EER 5.5
Private sale
Agent: Suburbia, Mark Larmer 0407 121 412
Tucked into the foothills of Mount Majura, Watson has all the benefts of city living with the feel of a country village. Close to shops, schools and green spaces, this contemporary family home is perfectly positioned to take advantage of everything this booming suburb has to ofer. A northerly aspect bathes the house, garden and outdoor entertaining areas in sunlight. If you need to move quickly, vacant possession and fexible terms are available. Bonner
31 Lucy Beeton Crescent $1.445 million-$1.485 million
5 4 2 EER 6
Private sale
Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Dan McAlpine 0488 055 786
It’s two homes in one here in Bonner. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms and multiple living areas are spread across two foors. Downstairs, a self-contained unit with an en suite, kitchen and external access presents endless opportunities. The navy-blue kitchen, charcoal-panelled walls, and patterned feature tiles make a bold style statement throughout. Elevated outdoor areas ofer breathtaking sunset vistas. There’s even a laundry conveniently located on each foor.
MacLaurin Crescent
Private sale
Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413
The frst thing you’ll notice about this modern home in Chifey is the light. High ceilings, oversized windows and glossy tiles will dazzle. Set over two storeys, thoughtful design elements, such as a separate lounge room at the front of the home, a study nook, butler’s pantry and lots of built-in storage, make sense for family living. The downstairs bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite, ideal for guests or as a second main-bedroom suite.
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IBetter value lies across the border
t’s just a 20-minute drive between Canberra and Queanbeyan, yet their home markets are a study in contrasts. The biggest diference is in the median price of detached homes, with the cross-border town’s sitting well below comparable ACT postcodes: $770,000 versus $1.14 million, according to the latest Domain House Price Report However, local market momentum is being driven by more than just price, say Queanbeyan agents.
Ben Mills of Jonny Warren Properties, who lists this week’s Morton Street
feature property, says redevelopment potential is also part of the appeal.
“Queanbeyan’s older housing stock has seen knockdown-rebuilds with buyers attracted to larger blocks in established streets,” he says.
“That comes with the ability to design a new home, like 10 Morton Street, in a centrally located neighbourhood.”
Mills says the town draws home-buyers across the border for those reasons, along with its laid-back appeal. “It’s close to Canberra, but with a down-to-earth charm that sets it apart,” he says.
Aaron Papahatzis of Belle Property Queanbeyan says sales have been strong in the frst quarter of the year, especially in two sectors. “We’re seeing ongoing interest in the townhouse and cottage markets with prices around the $700,000-$900,000 mark,” he says.
“And larger homes are fnding buyers in the $1.1 million to $1.3 million range.”
Papahatzis says Canberrans have realised they can get more value for their dollar in Queanbeyan and still be close to workplaces in Fyshwick, the Parliamentary Triangle and the CBD.
JOINING THE Q
Value and location
Queanbeyan offers comparatively affordable homes, often with character on good-sized blocks. The equation is enhanced by proximity to workplace hubs.
Crowd favourite
The town appeals to downsizers, young families and professionals drawn to its walkable centre, improving amenities – such as The Q performing arts centre – and a restaurant and cafe scene.
Lifestyle
Buyers are drawn to Queanbeyan’s blend of heritage streetscapes, new developments, riverside green spaces and ongoing town revitalisation, along with a relaxed, welcoming vibe.
Every house has a history steeped in years of memories. Yet, there is a unique magic in a brand-new build –it’s a blank page just waiting for its first chapter.
Enter this pristine 2026 house on Morton Street, Queanbeyan.
The owners’ goal has been to design a modern family home that delivers comfort and energy efficiency, while settling comfortably into its neighbourhood.
They teamed up with Pelle Architects and Onsite Building to maximise the potential of a block that’s just under 600 square metres.
The floor plan keeps it simple and makes the most of the space to deliver 234 square metres of living area.
A formal lounge room leads into an open-plan family and dining zone beneath a raked ceiling.
The kitchen is bathed in light through Velux skylights. It features
FEATURE PROPERTY
Queanbeyan
10 Morton Street
$1.5 million-$1.6 million
4 2 2 EER 7
Private sale
Agent: Jonny Warren Properties, Ben Mills 0422 765 130
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Polytec cabinetry, an island bench and brand appliances.
A generous butler’s pantry adds more storage and prep space, while parents will welcome a mudroom bench in the laundry.
The home features four bedrooms.
The primary suite has a spacious walkin wardrobe and an en suite with a skylight, floor-to-ceiling tiles and a big walk-in shower. It also has access to the patio.
Seven-star energy efficiency is delivered through reverse-cycle heating and cooling, under-slab heating in the bathrooms, and high-performance double-glazing. Outside, there’s a large covered entertainment area (with a raked ceiling, a kitchen and travertine paving) and a landscaped, lowmaintenance yard with convenient side access. Vehicles are housed in a double carport.
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Widely regarded as one of Australia’s bestpreserved Georgian villages, Berrima wears its 196-year history with an ease that feels lived in rather than preserved behind glass.
Even by Southern Highlands standards, this is a strikingly beautiful town.
White picket fences, sandstone walls and hedges line the streets, and property here is viewed less as a transaction and more as a long-term commitment.
That outlook has only deepened in recent years, says Cameron Scott of Campbell Jones Property. With a population of just over 800 residents, Berrima remains closely knit.
“It has long attracted musicians, artists and authors, alongside downsizers from regional properties and Sydney’s eastern and northern suburbs,” Scott says.
“More recently, young Sydney families have followed.”
That sense of continuity is clearly felt inside the much-loved Mrs Oldbucks Pantry.
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For owner Carol Brown, the store is inseparable from the village itself. She remembers visiting as a child, as did her daughter, before becoming its custodian.
“While we’re known for smallbatch preserves and traditional recipes ... it has always been about more than what’s on the shelves,” Brown says.
“The store provides a platform for small producers and refects that Berrima is not simply a place to visit, but somewhere proudly lived in and genuinely loved.”
Eat & drink
While Bowral sits just 10 minutes away, Berrima holds its own on the foodie front. Vineyards set the pace, from the cellar door and olive oil tastings at PepperGreen Estate to Bendooley Estate, where lunches unfold by the fre and dinners drift onto the terrace. The Surveyor General Inn anchors tradition, housing Bistro 1834 for classic pub fare. For something more refned, Eschalot ofers an intimate dining experience within a heritage building.
See & do
History shapes life in Berrima. The Berrima Heritage Walk threads through the village, passing the courthouse. The Berrima River Walk introduces a more natural setting, winding beside the water and inviting picnics, with the option to stock up on a Weekender Hamper from Mrs Oldbucks Pantry. The preserved interiors and cool-climate gardens of Harper’s Mansion ofer a glimpse into colonial life, while the hedge maze continues to delight younger visitors.
Above and left: Berrima was established in 1830 and retains many heritage-listed buildings, from the old jail to inns and cottages. Far left: The Berrima General Store & Cafe serves “local produce, beautiful food and grocery essentials”. Below: The PepperGreen Estate Cellar Door is a tasting room and restaurant on Market Place.
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TOP TWO / BERRIMA
44 Oxley Street
Contact agent
5 4 2
Private sale
Agent: Drew Lindsay Sotheby’s, Samuel Lindsay 0404 647 609
On a leafy 2000-square-metre block, The Pavilions pairs modern luxury with its historic setting. After a renovation by AO Design Studio and Rickward Design Studio, skylights and big windows illuminate the grand living room, while bifold doors open to a deck with an outdoor hearth.
2 Schotts Lane $2.45 million 3 2
Private sale
Agent: The Agency Southern Highlands, Ben Olofsen 0419 019 423
Looking for a home with character and craftsmanship? Then Longbow Reach cottage will tantalise, from the red weatherboard exterior to the Famar Brevetti frebox and Japanese soak tub. The incredible landscaped gardens and al fresco areas ofer amazing privacy and a peaceful setting.
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Functional and eye-catching
Life may not always be black and white. But at 24 Giordano Street in Denman Prospect, it is, and it’s all the better for it.
The architect-designed home delivers bold monochromatic magic, served up with sweeping views.
The striking palette and unique design create a strong visual identity, while generous proportions and inclusions ensure the home is as functional as it is eye-catching.
Downstairs, dark marble-look tiles anchor the main living spaces,
contrasted by crisp walls and warm timber accents. Soaring ceilings and a suspended corner freplace add drama to the open-plan living, dining, kitchen and bar, while a feature staircase has room for a grand piano beneath.
The statement kitchen is made for cooking, with its two ovens, complete with a bread prover and dedicated pizza compartment.
This is a home where no one misses out, as all four upstairs bedrooms have their own walk-in wardrobes and en suites.
“Perched at Denman Prospect’s highest point, this architecturally bold home delivers soaring ceilings, luxury fnishes and uninterrupted views of Mount Stromlo reserve that truly stop you in your tracks.”
The main bedroom is that little bit extra, complete with a private balcony, very generous proportions and a dedicated dressing area with custom joinery. Downstairs, a ffth bedroom, or library, also has a private shower.
But it’s not all monochrome. There are colourful pops of colour in bathrooms thanks to bright feature tiles, while timber accents provide warmth to most rooms.
Step outside, and the outdoor spaces make the most of its elevated position, including a covered al fresco area that looks out at nothing but nature.
Denman Prospect
Denman Prospect is built around fresh air and big views. Weekends mean mountain bike laps at Stromlo Forest Park or walks along the Cravens Creek Reserve. It’s only a quick trip to the Denman Village Shops.
Antony Damiano Bastion Property Group
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Kingston
34/9 Eastlake Parade
$1.8 million+ 2 2 2 EER 6
Private sale
Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Milton Gan 0424 531 368
True sophistication right beside the lake
While there isn’t exactly an option for a true sea change in Canberra, this renovated lakeside home in the prestigious Waterfront complex might be the next best thing.
Step inside the two-bedroom-plusstudy apartment on Eastlake Parade in Kingston, and you’re instantly greeted by uninterrupted, north-facing views across Lake Burley Grifn straight to the National Carillon and Mount Ainslie.
The sophisticated interiors completely elevate the space, blending large-format grey tiles with Venetian plaster walls that add a tactile texture and a luminous, stone-like aesthetic.
Agent Milton Gan of Luton Properties Manuka says the home is a statement in style and luxury, where “every detail has been reimagined”.
Foodies and entertainers will enjoy the bespoke kitchen, featuring a striking futed timber breakfast bar with a hidden drinks cupboard, plus a pull-out larder, a Schock quartz composite sink and premium appliances.
Flowing efortlessly from the main living area and of the second bedroom
is a cosy winter garden with underfoor heating. It serves as a light-flled retreat for a quiet morning cofee or a convenient extension of the living space when friends drop by.
The clever layout also ensures moments of privacy. The segregated main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe that leads into a large en suite boasting a free-standing bath and double vanity.
If you’re working from home, the dedicated study has you covered with dual workstations, foor-to-ceiling custom storage and a sliding door you can close for uninterrupted focus.
Location is everything here – moments from the bike paths around the lake, and from the buzzing Kingston Foreshore dining precinct. Local shops are only about a kilometre away.
“This is a rare opportunity to secure the ultimate Kingston Foreshore residence,” Gan says.
La rge r b l o ck s n ow s e l l i n g .
• Large fully serviced lots from 850sqm to over 1,200sqm
• 30 minute drive to Canberra’s CBD and only 20 minutes to Queanbeyan
• A select range of both elevated lots with views and level lots for easy building
• Walking distance to new state-of-the-art $80M high school (open early 2027)
• Limited time offer : FREE STAMP DUTY (average saving of $20,000)
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A stand-out opportunity with options galore
A rare offering showcasing two immaculately presented properties on an RZ1 single title, providing flexible income streams and a wide range of living options.
An impressive 3 bedroom home is sited at the front of the block and has been tastefully renovated throughout, creating a polished, move-in presentation with quality fixtures and stylish surfaces. EER 1.5
To the rear, a 2 bedroom, solar passive villa is adorned with modern features nestled amongst a whisper quiet setting. The footprint is eco-friendly and energy efficient, offering a sun-drenched living space and private bedrooms. EER (Not Required)
Just a fve-minute drive from Denhams Beach, this home is beautifully designed. While most of the home fows across one level, downstairs is a second living room and a private bedroom that could suit guests or teenagers. Hybrid timber foors, ducted air-conditioning and a bath add comfort, while the landscaped yard ofers space for kids and pets.
Bywong
625 Macs Reef Road
$1.665 million-$1.725 million 4 2 2
Private sale
Agent: Ray White Bungendore, Ava Merriman 0429 517 003
If you want to keep an eye on Canberra without living right in it, this home delivers. On four hectares with views of the Brindabellas and the city beyond, it ofers multiple living areas, timber foors, a freplace and ducted gas heating. Outside, there’s a wraparound deck, brick pizza oven, shed with an ofce and hobby room, a dam and veggie garden.
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‘Savannah Springs’, 10km* Hall Village, Capital Region, NSW
• 42.71ha* (106* acres) — easy access to cafes, wineries, shops, 25min* CBR, 3hrs* Sydney
• Exquisite sweeping views to the Brindabellas from the 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with offce & studio, tiered gardens, tree-lined drive, tennis court plus equine facilities including stables, tack room & sand arena
• 4 car garage, 2 carports, 15 paddocks with laneway, cattle yards, m/sheds, secure water 5 dams & solar pump
• New eucalypt plantings to restore savannah woodland with dams as wetland reserves
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Established Family Home with Modern Energy Efciency
18 Browne Street, Yass, NSW
• A well-maintained, owner-occupied residence on 632m²*, featuring modern energy infrastructure in central Yass
• With a renovated bathroom, premium Sonnen solar battery system, and reverse-cycle air conditioning in place, the infrastructure work is done
• Set in an established neighbourhood with Yass schools, shops, and facilities within easy walking distance
Current owners are selling due to family reasons and offering fexible terms including early occupancy options.
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Thriving cafe primed for a happy handover
When you hear talk about a cafe lifestyle, it usually involves sipping a fat white while people-watching somewhere.
But there’s a spin on the idea that’s just waiting for someone in cross-border Gunning that would knock the froth of that concept.
It’s all packaged around the successful Merino Cafe, which is set up to deliver a new lifestyle with business income. This local favourite has been delivering cafeine kick-starts for 18 years, but the owner says it’s time to pass on the steam wand.
It’s a compelling package that includes a freehold commercial building, a proftable cafe business and a renovated two-bedroom owner’s residence, on a 750-square-metre block in the centre of town.
All that and located only an hour away from Canberra.
Frank Walmsley of Auction Advantage says the Merino Cafe is a success story that has taken care of the fundamentals.
“The menu is proven, the systems are established, and the staf are welltrained,” he says. “The … efciency is in the way it has been set up to run.”
Gunning 62 Yass Street
$950,000
Auction: 2.30pm, April 12
Agent: Auction Advantage, Frank Walmsley 0400 446 605
Walmsley says the vendor is happy to support a structured handover, including the transition of staf and suppliers to help a new owner get started.
“She is ready for her next chapter, but she genuinely wants a new owner to succeed,” he adds.
Warwick farm business park
2 Redall Street, Yass NSW
– 9 lot sub-division with blocks ranging from 6,351 to 14,156sqm*
– Anchored by an ASX listed national retailer
– Can build facilities to suit tenants specifc needs
– Flexible E3 zoning allowing for potential users including Large Format retailers, showrooms, light industrial users, distribution centres, warehouse users and more
– Indicative rents starting from $220/sqm + GST
Civil works to be complete early 2027
– Strategic gateway location, Warwick Farm Business Park is positioned at the northern fringe of the Yass Town Centre
Yass Valley is a high growth market with the population forecast to surge 35% to over 23,280 by 2046 For sale / For lease
