13/34 Sid Barnes Cres, Gordon ACT 2906
13/34 Sid Barnes Cres, Gordon ACT 2906
3-bed townhouse | ground-level layout | mid-1990s build | low-maintenance courtyard | FTTP connected
This townhouse sits in a tightly held Gordon pocket where the 3/1/1 format is the standard, not the exception. That consistency works in its favour—buyers know exactly what they are getting, and the compact, single-level design appeals strongly to first-home buyers and downsizers who want manageable space without the stair climbing or strata complications of higher-density apartments. The mid-1990s construction is solid, and where interiors have been updated, these units outperform older stock in the same cluster by a noticeable margin. Its position within a well-serviced suburb, with schools, shops, and transport within easy reach, makes it a practical choice for young families seeking a foothold in the area. The ground-oriented layout and private courtyard add a layer of liveability that apartment-style units cannot match, which keeps demand steady across both owner-occupiers and investors.
Value may be shaped by how the interior compares to renovated examples in the same street, as presentation tends to drive price gaps in this segment. The single bathroom and modest land footprint might limit appeal for larger households, but they also keep entry pricing accessible. Rental demand appears consistent, supported by the low-maintenance format and local amenity, though final yield will depend on purchase price. Market conditions in the townhouse segment have shown solid appreciation over recent years, so timing and condition will matter more than location risk here.
|| Comparable Sales: similar units in the street sold around $395k–$415k in 2020, with current guides near $660k–$699k | Property Price Band: $600k–$700k | Value Drivers: interior condition, renovation level, courtyard presentation
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 13/34 Sid Barnes Cres, Gordon ACT 2906
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Value Risk
1
Liquidity Risk
1
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
Execution Risk
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Market Insight
Gordon, in Tuggeranong, southern Canberra, is a stable, low-turnover market anchored by mature professionals and clerical workers. Demand is driven by established households, many with mortgages, drawn to a solid school catchment with an independent K-10 school. Median house prices hover between $900,000 and $920,000, with annual growth ranging from 2.2% to 7.8% depending on the series. Houses clear in 33 to 46 days on average, and roughly 100 sales occurred over the past year. Population growth and access to the Tuggeranong Parkway support future demand. The principal risks are affordability and rate sensitivity: 64% of owners hold a mortgage, while the rental market is extremely thin, with only five properties available last month.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: similar units in the street sold around $395k–$415k in 2020, with current guides near $660k–$699k | Property Price Band: $600k–$700k | Value Drivers: interior condition, renovation level, courtyard presentation
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
1.89 acres
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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