1 Benson Cres, Calwell ACT 2905
1 Benson Cres, Calwell ACT 2905
Late-1980s detached house | 668m² block | 3 bed 1 bath 1 car | quiet established Calwell pocket | solid family starter
This property sits comfortably within Calwell’s standard housing stock—a straightforward late-1980s detached house on a mid-sized block, offering around 125m² of internal living space. What makes it competitive is not rarity but reliability: the configuration suits first-home buyers, young families, and investors seeking steady rental demand in a suburb with extremely tight vacancy. The single-level layout, manageable yard, and established street character give it broad appeal, while the catchment alignment with Calwell Primary and High School adds practical value for family buyers. It is not a standout home, but it is a dependable one that should attract consistent interest.
The main value considerations centre on condition and energy efficiency. The comparable stock shows an EER of 2.0, which may concern buyers focused on running costs, though a renovated example on the street demonstrates clear upside potential—stone benchtops, solar, ducted heating, and a deck can lift both comfort and price. The 668m² block offers room for extensions or landscaping, but the single bathroom and single garage may limit appeal for larger families. FTTN connectivity and older build quality could be negotiation points, while the absence of overlay restrictions keeps future options open.
|| Comparable Sales: 36 Benson Cres sold $775,000 in 2023 | Property Price Band: $700K–$800K | Value Drivers: renovation potential, land size, street position, school catchment
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 1 Benson Cres, Calwell ACT 2905
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Value Risk
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Liquidity Risk
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Planning Risk
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Income Risk
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Execution Risk
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Market Insight
Calwell, in Tuggeranong Valley, is a family-oriented ACT suburb drawing steady demand from local buyers seeking established homes at more moderate prices than central Canberra, supported by public-sector employment and standard government school catchments. Reported house medians range from $837,500 to $852,000, with annual growth between 4.4% and 5.8%; units sit at $625,000, down 0.8%. Houses sell in a median 34 days across 82–87 annual transactions, indicating moderate turnover and stable rather than overheated conditions. Future growth relies on sustained family demand and Canberra’s labour market, while key constraints are affordability near the $850,000 mark, interest-rate sensitivity, and limited listing supply.
PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 36 Benson Cres sold $775,000 in 2023 | Property Price Band: $700K–$800K | Value Drivers: renovation potential, land size, street position, school catchment
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
1
Parking
2
Land
754m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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