13 Talbot Street, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | May 1997 | $455,000 | $323 |
| Sold | Nov 1993 | $484,000 | $343 |
Price per m² based on land size of 1408 m².
It is a standalone house situated on approximately 1,408 m² of land, providing a generous block size in the Forrest suburb.
The property features five bedrooms and four bathrooms, offering ample space for a large family or guests.
Forrest was built to the original Canberra plans and includes many circular and geometric street patterns. The area contains several heritage‑listed precincts, such as the Forrest Housing Precinct, which is subject to conservation measures to preserve its Garden City character.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Forrest is the second most socio‑economically advantaged location in the country, just behind the neighbouring suburb of Barton.
Within a short walk you’ll find the Embassy of Austria (right on the property), the Embassy of Switzerland (about 0.1 km away), the Free Serbian Orthodox Church of St. George (≈0.5 km), The Lodge (≈0.6 km), and Parliament House (≈0.7 km).
In Forrest most detached homes sit on blocks of 1,600 m² or larger, with 2,000 m² being common. At 1,408 m², this property is slightly smaller than the average but still provides a spacious garden setting.
The suburb’s streets follow the original Griffin plan with concentric circles and radiating avenues, which can be confusing to navigate but give the area a unique historic charm.
Because the Forrest Housing Precinct is subject to heritage conservation, any alterations to the exterior of the house or its landscaping may need to comply with guidelines aimed at preserving the Garden City aesthetic.
