82 Giles Street
82 Giles Street, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia
Property Information
Key details
- Locality
- Kingston
- State
- ACT
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAACT714893681
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- CANB/KING/22/21
- Remoteness area
- Metro
- Property type
- Commercial
- Land size
- 1042 m²
- Internal area
- -
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Commercial
Frequently asked questions
What is the size of the land on which the property is situated?
The parcel comprises approximately 1,042 m² of land. This provides a sizable footprint for commercial use within Kingston.
Which business currently occupies the premises?
The site is currently occupied by Purnell Real Estate, operating as a real‑estate agency. The business is listed as operational.
How can the property be accessed via major roads?
Access is provided primarily through Wentworth Avenue, the main arterial road running NW‑SE through Kingston, with direct entry from Giles Street. Nearby secondary access is available via Eyre Street.
What public transport options are available close to the site?
The property is within walking distance of the Giles Street bus shelter (≈0.7 km) and is close to the Canberra railway station, offering both bus and train connectivity for staff and clients.
What nearby commercial amenities support business activity?
Kingston Shopping Centre, multiple hotels (e.g., Abode Kingston, Knightsbridge Canberra, Pinnacle Apartments) and cultural venues such as Canberra Glassworks are all within 0.5‑0.6 km. The weekly Old Bus Depot Markets and nearby professional organisations add further foot traffic.
What are the typical zoning rules for this part of Kingston?
Most of Kingston south of Wentworth Avenue is zoned for a predominant building height of three storeys, with a maximum of four storeys where the development does not dominate the street frontage. This zoning would generally apply to the Giles Street location.
Are there any heritage or cultural precincts near the property that could influence development?
The Kingston/Griffith Garden City heritage precinct and the Kingston Powerhouse historic precinct are located nearby. Their presence may require consideration of heritage guidelines in any redevelopment plans.
How far is the property from Canberra’s central business district?
Kingston lies about 4 km from the centre of Canberra, providing a short commute to the main business hub while remaining in a vibrant local precinct.