3 Talbot Street, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Apr 2002 | $832,500 | $527 |
| Sold | Jul 1992 | $252,000 | $159 |
Price per m² based on land size of 1577 m².
3 Talbot Street is a standalone house offering four bedrooms. It sits on a 1,577 m² block, providing ample outdoor space typical of Forrest’s larger residential lots, and the layout offers flexibility for family living and potential garden development.
Most detached homes in Forrest sit on blocks of around 1,600 m² to 2,000 m²; at 1,577 m², this property is slightly smaller than the average but still provides a generous garden area. It remains well suited to the suburb’s Garden City character.
Forrest was built to the original Canberra plans, featuring circular and geometric street patterns that can be confusing to navigate. The design reflects the Garden City principles of the 1920s.
The suburb contains several heritage‑listed precincts, such as the Forrest Housing Precinct and Blandfordia zones, which preserve early 20th‑century architecture and landscaping designed by Thomas Charles Weston. These areas are subject to conservation measures that maintain the original character of the neighbourhood.
The Austrian embassy is about 0.1 km away and the Swiss embassy is roughly 0.3 km away, while the Free Serbian Orthodox Church of St George is approximately 0.4 km from the home. These embassies contribute to the area’s international character and are easily reachable on foot.
An Empire Circuit bus shelter is situated about 0.5 km from the house, providing convenient access to local bus services. The shelter connects to routes that serve the surrounding South Canberra district.
Within about 0.6–0.7 km you’ll find the Rydges Canberra hotel, the historic Manning Clark House, and the Parliament House complex on Capital Hill. This proximity means residents can enjoy cultural, accommodation, and governmental services within a short walk.
