22 Edkins Street
22 Edkins Street, Downer ACT 2602, Australia
Sales history
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Aug 2011 | $680,000 | — |
Key details
- Locality
- Downer
- State
- ACT
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAACT714889848
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- CANB/DOWN/56/6
- Remoteness area
- Metro
- Property type
- House
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
Real Estate Agencies
Nearby schools
Frequently asked questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the house at 22 Edkins Street have?
The home features four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is a spacious family residence in the suburb of Downer.
Which public transport stations are within about 1.5 km of the property?
The nearest Metro station is Swinden Street, about 1.2 km away, and the EPIC and Racecourse light‑rail station is roughly 1.3 km distant. Both provide convenient connections to the wider Canberra network.
What nearby recreational areas can residents enjoy?
Residents can use the local oval bordered by Frencham, Melba, Bonython and Bradfield Streets, as well as the Dickson District Playing Fields (≈1 km) and the Dickson Wetland (≈1.3 km) for outdoor activities. These spaces offer opportunities for sport, walking and community events.
What shopping and dining options are available close to 22 Edkins Street?
Downer’s shopping centre, recently refurbished with a café and a veterinary clinic, lies within the suburb. The nearby Dickson Centre (≈1.4 km) and the Quality Hotel Dickson (≈1.5 km) also offer a range of retail and dining choices.
Can you tell me about the historical background of the Downer suburb?
Downer was originally an agricultural research site for the CSIRO in the 1930s, even growing opium poppy during World II. The suburb’s streets and large pine and gum trees date from that era, and a bronze kangaroo sculpture was added in May 2019.
What is the underlying geology of the Downer area?
The area sits on calcareous shales from the Canberra Formation, overlain by Quaternary alluvium, reflecting the limestone plains that gave Canberra its original name. This geology influences local soil and vegetation.
Who are the current political representatives for Downer at the federal and ACT levels?
Federally, Downer is part of the Canberra electorate represented by Alicia Payne of the Labor Party. In the ACT Legislative Assembly, it falls within the Kurrajong electorate, which elects two Labor, one Green, one Liberal and one Independent member.