5 Merfield Place, Giralang ACT 2617
5 Merfield Place, Giralang ACT 2617
Built in 2009, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom house spans 295m² on a 1,092m² elevated lot with rural views. It is single-level with a ground elevation of 616m. Two internal garage spaces plus additional parking. Bushfire overlay applies; no flood or heritage overlays. Priority enrolment for Giralang Primary and UC High School Kaleen. Medium energy efficiency.
This property is competitively strong because a five-bedroom configuration is uncommon in Giralang, where the typical stock is four bedrooms. The elevated lot and sweeping rural views add a spatial quality rarely found in the immediate area. The self-contained storeroom and large garage offer flexibility that family buyers with storage or hobby needs will appreciate. It sits in a quiet, family-oriented suburb known for good school access, and the lot size is above average even by local standards. The property best serves buyers seeking a roomy, established home with room to grow and a catchment advantage.
The bushfire overlay and associated management planning control may restrict future development applications, which could affect long-term flexibility. The medium energy efficiency rating is ordinary for a 2009 build and may be a consideration for buyers prioritising running costs. The large lot and elevated aspect are genuine positives that support value stability. School catchment quality and low turnover in the street likely underpin demand. Any price negotiation should factor the bushfire constraint alongside the property’s rarity in bedroom count and outlook.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 5 Merfield Place, Giralang ACT 2617
Checks found:
Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
2
Planning Risk
2
Income Risk
1
Execution Risk
1
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Market Insight
Giralang is a family-dominated suburb with a stable, tightly held housing market. Demand is driven by established households, evidenced by low rental stock and consistent sales volume. Recent price trends have been mixed, with a balanced market indicated by moderate days on market. Future growth is underpinned by its established residential character, though sensitivity to interest rates presents a constraint given the high proportion of mortgaged owners.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
5
Bathroom
3
Parking
2
Land
1092m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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