18 Barrett Street, Macgregor

Auction Location: LJ Hooker Canberra City | OnlineThank you for showing interest in this property. In order to follow ACT Government Health Advice, it is mandatory for all open homes that we practice social distancing, wearing of masks, QR code check-in as well as strict limits on the amount of people attending each property. We apologise in advance for any delays or inconvenience this may cause during our open homes. Individual inspection times are also available by appointment only.Situated in a loop street and directly opposite Goodwin Hill Reserve, this generous home is ready for a new family to make it their forever home and create wonderful memories!Over time the home has been extended and renovated to provide multiple living spaces, modern kitchen, upgraded bathrooms and the addition of 2 big bedrooms, a bathroom, living space and kitchenette downstairs. The downstairs area could provide passive income with independent entry from the rear yard.Whilst the home needs some TLC, the location and the amenity here is sensational and rare. To find a genuine 6 bedroom home is one thing but in a location where the kids can make the reserve over the road their 'natures playground' is a dream come true for any child growing up.The rear yard is terraced; there's a pool for the family to enjoy, loads of off-street parking and a double carport.Macgregor is a quiet suburb in Canberra's west. It's an area popular with young families thanks to its proximity to nature as well as Belconnen Town Centre, schools, shops, and public transport. Sprinkled with walking trails and the popular Kingswim school, it's a great place to enjoy a balanced lifestyle.Property Features;-Generous floor plan over 2 levels-Views from the living, kitchen & rear terrace-New carpet to the main living zone-Bedrooms upstairs all with built in robes-Ducted gas heating throughout-Evaporative cooling to the upper level-Newer windows are double glazed-Large, elevated terrace off the kitchen & living; enjoy the views & sunsets-Large laundry on the lower level-Terrific under house storage-Constructed;1976-Living size; 225sqm approx-Block size; 805sqm-Rates; $683.75 per quarter-Land Tax; $982.25 per quarter IF RENTED-UV; $411,000 (Jan 2020)The suburb-The suburb of Macgregor was gazetted on September 9th 1971 & is named after Sir William MacGregor, Governor of Queensland 1909-14 and first chancellor of the University of Queensland, 1911.-Streets are named after members of the Australian medical professions.-Walk or ride to Macgregor primary school, Berne St or Abbie St playgrounds-Kingswim is a dedicated learn to swim school with over 30 years of experience teaching kids to swim.-Milky Paws is a dog grooming salon catering exclusively to the Poodles and Oodles of Canberra.