5 Clay Street, Bonner ACT 2914
5 Clay Street, Bonner ACT 2914
Compact 3-bed detached | Family demand in Bonner | Primary school proximity | Single-car layout | North-east aspect likely
This is a compact detached house in a suburb where newer stock tends toward larger and more expensive. Its competitive strength is found in the combination of a separate dwelling on its own block with a practical three-bedroom layout, an energy rating that keeps running costs moderate, and a position that puts primary schooling within easy reach. In a market where mid-sized family houses dominate, this property offers a rarer entry-level point into detached living without sacrificing the essentials of a quiet residential street. It serves best those who want to own a house rather than a unit: first-home buyers, small families, or investors seeking a tenant profile of young professionals or couples. The single-car arrangement is the most obvious trade-off, but the fundamental appeal of a low-maintenance, freestanding home in a master-planned suburb is not undermined by it.
The sale price may be tempered by the compact block and single-car garage, narrowing appeal among upgraders. Orientation and the condition of the original build could also affect how it compares with newer stock. Value might be added through modest updates, such as a kitchen refresh, extra parking, or landscaping, which could lift livability and resale potential. The energy rating is acceptable but not exceptional, so efficiency upgrades may be a quiet lever for future value.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 5 Clay Street, Bonner ACT 2914
Checks found:
Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
1
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
Execution Risk
2
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Market Insight
Bonner sits in Gungahlin, north Canberra, a family-oriented suburb with a young median age of 34 and a professional, high-income base. The median house price is $960,375, up 7.91% annually, but 3-bedroom homes sit at $770,000 and 4-bedroom homes at $1,020,300. Demand is driven by families aged 30-39 with bachelor qualifications; sales are steady at 96 per year, with 3-bedroom properties taking 48 days to sell and 4-bedroom properties 37 days. A 9.05% population rise since 2016, strong infrastructure links via Gungahlin Drive and potential light rail, and a high household income underpin future growth. Risks include affordability limits from high prices, constrained supply from low turnover, and interest-rate sensitivity among professional buyers.
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PropCred Estimated Value
The estimated value for this property is approximately $900,000, which places the realistic price band between $850,000 and $985,000. Recent sales of similar compact detached houses in the suburb have transacted within this range, with the upper end achievable if the property presents well and the
Bedrooms
4
Bathroom
2
Parking
2
Land
449m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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