About this property
Set on a 685 m² parcel in Downer, this house provides a practical layout that supports everyday family living. It was sold for $190,000 on 23 Nov 1998.
45 Banfield Street
45 Banfield Street, Downer ACT 2602, Australia
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Parking
685 m²
Land size
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Internal area
$190,000
Last sale
Sales history
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Nov 1998 | $190,000 | $277 |
Price per m² based on land size of 685 m².
Key details
- Locality
- Downer
- State
- ACT
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAACT714866174
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- CANB/DOWN/51/34
- Remoteness area
- Metro
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 685 m²
- Internal area
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- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
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Frequently asked questions
What type of dwelling is located at 45 Banfield Street?
45 Banfield Street is a detached house. It sits on a fairly spacious land parcel measuring 685 m².
How large is the land associated with the property at 45 Banfield Street?
The property sits on a 685 m² block, providing ample outdoor space for a garden, patio or other uses.
Which major roads define the boundaries of the Downer suburb where the house is located?
Downer is bounded by Northbourne Avenue, Antill Street and Philip Avenue. These thoroughfares give the area easy access to the wider Canberra network.
What nearby attractions are within walking distance of 45 Banfield Street?
Within about 0.5 km you’ll find Exhibition Park in Canberra, a large showground and event venue. The Canberra Racecourse lies roughly 0.7 km away, and the EPIC and Racecourse light rail station is about 1 km from the property.
How far is the nearest light rail station from the property?
The EPIC and Racecourse light rail station is approximately 1 km away, providing convenient public‑transport options for commuting or leisure travel.
What is the historical background of the Downer area?
Downer developed around a former CSIRO agricultural research facility that operated from the 1930s to the 1940s, even growing opium poppy during World War II. Many of the large pine and gum trees on the block were originally planted as windbreaks for those historic buildings.
What type of underlying geology is common in Downer?
The area sits on calcareous shales from the Canberra Formation, overlain by Quaternary alluvium. This limestone‑rich base reflects the original “Limestone Plains” name given to the region.