7/74 Macleay Street, Turner ACT 2612
7/74 Macleay Street, Turner ACT 2612
North-facing elevated flat | 2010 build with car & garage | Priority school catchments | Light rail proximity
This unit presents a competitively strong offering for an entry-level buyer or investor, defined by its practical configuration and scarcity of dual parking in a modern block. Its north aspect and elevated position enhance liveability, while priority enrolment to in-demand schools anchors long-term demand. The property serves a buyer seeking a low-maintenance foothold in a connected locale with reliable rental appeal.
The primary risk is the ambiguous land size figure, indicating a strata title where costs and control are shared. This necessitates scrutiny of strata health and capital works plans. The wide asking range suggests vendor uncertainty; a disciplined purchase near the lower estimate preserves equity. Acquire as a long-term hold, leveraging its rental yield to service debt while benefiting from capital growth in a tightly held suburb.
Comparable sales data is insufficient for a robust analysis. The only relevant transaction is the unit’s own last sale in August 2019 at $372,500. This historical point, against current asking prices of $425,000-$480,000, indicates market appreciation but offers no direct comparison to similar recent sales, underscoring the need for independent valuation.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 7/74 Macleay Street, Turner ACT 2612
Checks found:
Value Risk
✓
Liquidity Risk
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1
Planning Risk
✓
Income Risk
✓
Execution Risk
✓
Insight: Turner ACT 2612
Turner is an established inner-north suburb prized for its proximity to the Canberra CBD. Demand is driven by a young, professional demographic seeking urban convenience, supported by strong recent sales activity. The market demonstrates solid turnover, with houses and units moving at a measured pace. Future growth is underpinned by sustained population increases, though the limited volume of house sales suggests a tightly held market that may constrain supply.
PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
1
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
2559m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst