11B/54 Forbes Street
Turner$620,000+

There is a feeling of expanse with the open plan living, embracing the leafy courtyard where gates usher directly into pretty communal gardens. This soulful two-bedder is full of brutalist beauty – bagged and painted brick walls, popcorn ceilings, vintage industrial wall sconces. There is a wonderful connection to nature as both ends of the home flow to alfresco moments, allowing you to follow the sun, grow your own produce, connect or escape.

Northcote Gardens is an iconic part of Canberra’s architectural landscape – 1970’s design by Daryl Jackson and Evan Walker. Neat rows of light brick buildings rise from delicate gardens alive with silver birches, flowering camellias. The foyers feature full-height ribbon windows that welcome golden sunshine and there is a lovely privacy that belies the well-connected locale. This leafy multi-res nudges Northbourne and is just moments from the famed centres of Braddon and O’Connor, whisper close to the CBD.

No. 11B is perfectly placed on the ground floor, think lots of space for the perfect arrangement of chosen furniture, lamps, colourful art. The social space is relaxed, perfect for family rituals or gathering with friends. There is a lovely blurring of inside and out, the courtyard wide and generous and the gardens beyond offering a touch of country expanse.

We love the earthy kitchen with its ochre hues, generous workspace and open shelving- perfect for display of ceramics, jars of herbs, favourite mugs. The master bedroom is lit by northern light, with glass doors that open onto a courtyard edged with timber garden walls. Think potted flowers, aromatic herbs and raised beds to grow fresh greens. Think stepping outside for quiet time in the sunshine, re-charging after a long day or lazy Sundays with a book.

The second bedroom is also blessed by northern sunshine, and both bedrooms have excellent built-in storage. There is also a generous walk-through laundry that leads straight into the family bathroom. Here mosaic floors stretch to meet crisp white walls, and there is a relaxing bathtub and a roomy, updated vanity.

The apartment is steps from Northbourne Avenue and the light rail, whisking you straight to the CBD. Lots of nearby green spaces create a blissful village feel- Haig Park, O’Connor Ridge Nature Reserve, and the shared biking and walking trails that hug the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. It is a leafy stroll to O’Connor Shops for bowls and drinks at The Ruc or relaxed pub food at The Duxton. It is not far to the bustling Dickson Precinct, and you can walk to the buzzing Braddon hub for great coffee and an endless selection of foodie, drinking, exercising and shopping experiences.

features.
.charming two-bedroom apartment in leafy Turner
.part of the famed Northcote Gardens-architecturally designed, 70s build, beautiful common gardens
.honeycomb blinds throughout
.ground floor
.open-plan living, dining, and kitchen spilling via glass sliders to leafy courtyard
.courtyard with gated access onto pretty common gardens
.big kitchen with lots of storage and all-electric appliances, including a dishwasher
.master bedroom opening to a northern courtyard with built-in robe
.2nd bedroom, also north-facing with built-in robe
.soft carpet and timber look floors to the kitchen
.reverse cycle heating and cooling
.spacious walk-through laundry
.bathroom with bathtub
.dedicated carport and lots of visitor parking
.easy walk to the dynamic Braddon Precinct
.leafy stroll to Haig Park and Turner Parkland
.close to transport, including the light rail
.handy to O’Connor shops and restaurants
.1.5 kms to the CBD and the ANU

FINE DETAILS (all approximate)

Living size: 81m2
Courtyard size (combined front and back): 46m2
EER: 4.5
Build year: 1982
Strata: $1,314.33 p/q + special levy $885.50 p/q
Strata Manager: Bridge Strata
Rates: $688.31 pq
Number of units in complex: 80

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