25 Macartney Cres, Deakin ACT 2600

4.0 energy rating | 45% site coverage | 315m² build | $1.795m+ listing | The forced 4.0 energy efficiency rating and 45% building coverage constrain future renovation scope and impose ongoing operational cost penalties, while the 315m² floorplate on a 697m² lot signals potential for further suboptimal site use. Given Deakin’s 37% auction clearance rate and 2.9% rental yield, the buyer should treat this as a long-term hold rather than a near-term flip, and the pool maintenance burden further erodes net yield for an investor. The property’s competitive strength lies in its full swimming pool and oversized cottage reimagination, rare for a 697m² block in Deakin, which secures premium appeal for a family buyer seeking move-in living without immediate renovation. The high owner-occupier street profile and priority school catchment reduce turnover risk. A serious buyer should commission an independent energy audit to quantify actual running costs and verify structural tolerance before making an offer.