43/1 Calaby Street, Coombs ACT 2611

Loft-style townhouse in Coombs | 74sqm with split-level layout | Entry price for Molonglo Valley | Compact but not a flat The property’s loft-style townhouse configuration within the Shoji complex is its strongest competitive advantage in the one-bedroom segment. A split-level layout and 74 square metres of floor area provide spatial separation and a sense of volume that standard apartments in the same price bracket cannot offer. This positions the unit well for first-home buyers seeking a home rather than a box, and for investors targeting tenants who value form over square metre count. The Molonglo Valley location adds growth corridor fundamentals, with newer infrastructure and improving amenity that support long-term capital stability. The primary risk is the unresolved parking allocation, which can materially cap both buyer demand and rental appeal in a car-dependent suburb. Strata levies are unconfirmed and could reduce net yield if above typical rates for one-bedroom stock. The narrower resale audience for a one-bedroom townhouse means the buyer must rely on the loft design’s differentiation to hold value. The opportunity lies in negotiating a discount off the $440,000+ guide if parking is absent or levies are high, and in the potential for above-average rental demand if the layout is marketed correctly to professionals or couples seeking a non-apartment feel.