70 Cowper Street
AinslieAuction 11:00am Saturday 18 April

Spread across two levels, this home prioritises connection. The ground floor is dedicated to social living, flowing effortlessly into the outdoor space, while the upper level provides a quiet retreat.Part of an important architectural vernacular and central to the Canberran landscape, this classic semi-detached terrace serves up three bedrooms and a whole lot of vintage grace. The coveted Ainslie locale delivers a well-connected inner north lifestyle, informed by leafy trees, endless parks, bushland reserve and the charm of an historic village lifestyle.

Sheltered by deep front gardens, the façade is significant for its heritage brick work, semi-detached, terrace style. White gravel pathways edge pretty plantings delivering you to a simple front porch. A driveway ushers down one side to a gated carport that sits deep within the large block. The big backyard has the perfect north-eastern orientation and speaks of endless possibility.

Within slate floors are lovely underfoot, the moss green and earthy hues coalescing with the golden timber for the original staircase. There is a welcoming foyer and deep storage under the stairs. Big windows welcome light into the kitchen and there is a clever nook off to one side – perfect for a home office or spill-over pantry. Here a glass door opens straight onto the eastern side of the garden where one imagines potted herbs and fruit trees gifting that fresh harvest experience.

There is an elongated living combined dining space that opens via glass doors onto a sheltered deck that pushes out, into the northern garden. So you can relax and dine alfresco beneath the awning or the sheltering sail. Here green lawns stretch to meet private fencing, while a large shed sits quietly within one corner. There is lots of scope – think garden studio, the landscaping of your choice, the creation of a serene backyard ecology.

The original timber stairs usher to a trio of bedrooms that float within the treetops and the endless blue skies. There is space for a study nook on the landing beneath a large window, gifting a treehouse vibe while you create. All three rooms have built-in-robes, while the two northern rooms gaze out to the Mt Ainslie. There is a family bathroom with a bathtub and an excellent vanity that serves up plenty of storage.

The home has all the ingredients for re-invention, including the perfect location – foothills of Mt Ainslie, surrounded by green spaces including Dickson wetlands and historic parks of old Ainslie. There is a relaxed village vibe combined with the buzz of the city. The home is a few steps from Ainslie Oval and Majura Sports Field, Ainslie Football club and Angus Street Playground. It is not far to the much loved Ainslie shops for a relaxed pub meal and selection of great cheeses at the IGA. The famous Dickson precinct is close by, and it is not far to Braddon’s vibrant scene, extending an array of independent eateries and shops. Close to transport including the light rail, whisking you straight to the CBD and the ANU.

features.
.charming double brick, semi-detached townhouse in coveted Ainslie
.three bedrooms
.light filled with the perfect north-eastern orientation
.large flat block
.driveway and gated carport
.foyer and under stair storage
.generous kitchen with all electric cooking
.east facing nook with glass door opening to the garden
.internal laundry and separate toilet
.living combined dining area with glass doors that open to the north-easterly timber deck
.combo of sheltering awning and sail
.vintage timber stair case
.space for an office nook on the upstairs landing
.three bedrooms upstairs with elevated leafy views
.all three bedrooms with built-in-robes
.family bathroom with tub
.linen closet
.garden storage shed
.a few steps from Majura Sporting Fields, Ainslie Oval and Ainslie Football and Social Club
.close to transport and a variety of schools and colleges
.close to Ainslie shops, Dickson and Braddon precincts, the ANU
.2.5 kms to the CBD

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

Land size: 636 m2
Living size: 117 m2 (approx.)
EER: 3.0

Build year: 1957

Rates: $4640.50 pa
UV: $770,000 (2025)

Currently rented on fixed term lease until 23 June, 2026 for $1,364.00 fortnightly

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