11/90 Blacket Street, Downer ACT 2602
11/90 Blacket Street, Downer ACT 2602
2-bed townhouse | north-facing courtyards | solar + double glazing | walk to Dickson & light rail | strata fees apply
This townhouse holds a genuine edge in Downer’s inner-north market: a compact, as-new build with two private courtyards, basement parking for two, and a 4.2 kW solar array. It is rare to find this level of energy efficiency and low-maintenance living in a boutique complex of just 16 residences. The north-facing front courtyard and sun-oriented layout maximise natural light, while the all-electric fitout and stone kitchen finishes lift it above typical unit stock. It suits downsizers, professionals, or first-home buyers who want walkability to Dickson’s dining and light rail without detached-house upkeep. The 74 m² internal space is efficiently planned, though not expansive, so it serves households prioritising location and convenience over square footage.
Value may be shaped by the quarterly strata levy of $1,875, which is notable for a two-bedroom townhouse and could weigh on investor calculations or budget-conscious buyers. The property’s as-new condition and modern systems might justify a premium over older units, but the absence of a standalone land component limits long-term land-value growth compared to detached homes nearby. Buyers should weigh the security of a low-density complex and energy savings against ongoing body corporate costs. The two tandem parking spaces and secure basement storage add practical appeal, while the school catchment for Lyneham High and Dickson College may broaden buyer interest.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 11/90 Blacket Street, Downer ACT 2602
Checks found:
Value Risk
2
Liquidity Risk
1
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
Execution Risk
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Market Insight
The suburb is a premium, established Canberra market, with a median house price of $1.22 million and a 2.7% annual growth rate. Demand is led by high-income professionals, with household earnings typically between $78,000 and $130,000, and a demographic mix of younger adults (20–29) alongside an average age of 37, indicating both entry-level professionals and settled families. Sales velocity is firm: 53 house sales in the past year, with three-bedroom stock turning over in a median 39 days. Four-bedroom homes trade at $1.2 million but saw only 11 sales, pointing to constrained opportunities for larger dwellings. The $1.185 million three-bedroom median underscores affordability pressure for first-time buyers, while the stable, Australian-born, largely secular population base suggests limited demographic volatility. Overall, this is a tightly held, high-value suburb where supply of larger family homes is the principal market constraint.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 15/90 Blacket Street sold $475,000 (1-bed unit); 1/34 Blacket Street sold $1,100,000 (multi-unit dwelling) | Property Price Band: $500,000–$600,000 | Value Drivers: as-new condition, north-facing courtyards, solar and double glazing, boutique complex with secure parking
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
2
Land
2014m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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