16/21 Cossington Smith Cres Lyneham ACT 2602

Low EER | quiet complex | low days on market | price premium risk The property carries a 2.5 EER, which will cost a buyer approximately $800–$1,200 annually in extra energy compared to a 6-star equivalent; this is a structural holding cost that cannot be easily retrofitted in a townhouse. The quiet complex and short time on market suggest limited urgency, but the asking price above $795,000 sits near the $1.0875 million median for three-bedroom houses in Lyneham-yet this is a 100 m² townhouse, not a detached house, implying a price-to-space premium. The property is best held as a stable, lower-maintenance residence for a downsizer or investor seeking steady rent, not capital growth. Competitively, the modern updates and 100 m² internal area are rare for townhouses in this price tier, giving a buyer a move-in-ready position without immediate renovation spend. The 1.0 km proximity to Lyneham Primary School and quiet complex serve families or professionals prioritising location over space; the 58% long-term residents in the street reinforce stability. For a buyer targeting Lyneham’s 40-day average days on market, this property’s swift turnaround suggests it will move, but only if the price reflects the townhouse’s limits. To secure this property without overpaying, commission a registered valuer to benchmark your offer against recent sales of comparable townhouses within 1 km-not houses-ensuring the 2.5 EER and single bathroom are priced into your bid.