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85 Macarthur Avenue

85 Macarthur Avenue, O'connor ACT 2602, Australia

3 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
- Parking
$712,000 Last sale

About this property

85 Macarthur Avenue is a three‑bedroom, one‑bathroom house set on an approximate 767 m² block in O’Connor. The property includes a garage conversion and is positioned near Northbourne Avenue and the O’Connor Oval bike path, offering easy access to local amenities and outdoor recreation. Sold for $712,000 on 17 Dec 2010.

Sales history

EventDatePricePrice per m²
SoldDec 2010$712,000

Key details

Locality
O'connor
State
ACT
GNAF PID
GAACT714876438
Legal parcel ID
CANB/OCON/79/26
Remoteness area
Metro
Property type
House
Land Use Category
Residential

Real Estate Agencies

Ordered by:
Home.byholly - Canberra
1.3 km
Ray White - Canberra
6.5 km
MARQ Property - DICKSON
1.4 km
Belle Property Canberra - CANBERRA
5.9 km
Luton Properties - Manuka
6.8 km
Independent Property Group North - Lyneham
0.3 km
Bastion Property Group - Canberra
8.9 km
VERV Property - CANBERRA
1.8 km
LJ Hooker - Canberra City
2.2 km
Blackshaw - Belconnen
7.8 km
Blackshaw - Woden
9.8 km
LJ Hooker - Dickson
1.3 km
Carter and Co Agents - Braddon
4.5 km
Maloney's the Estate Agent - Kingston
6.1 km
TOWN RESIDENTIAL - BELCONNEN
6.2 km
Altair Property, Canberra - BRADDON
1.3 km
Luton Properties - Dickson
6.8 km
Civium Property Group
1.7 km
Edge Sam Buchanan - KINGSTON
6.1 km
Edge Real Estate - Pearce
12.3 km
* Approximate straight-line distances

Nearby schools

Ordered by:
0.4 km
Primary school | Catholic
0.6 km
Primary school | Government
0.9 km
Secondary school | Government
0.9 km
Primary school | Government
1.0 km
Secondary school | Catholic
1.0 km
Secondary school | Catholic
1.1 km
Primary school | Government
1.2 km
Combined school | Independent
1.4 km
Combined school | Independent
1.6 km
Primary school | Government
* Approximate straight-line distances

Frequently asked questions

What public transport options are closest to 85 Macarthur Avenue?

The Macarthur Avenue light rail station is about 0.2 km away, offering easy Metro access. The Ipima Street light rail station is also nearby, roughly 0.7 km from the property.

Which parks and outdoor recreation areas are within walking distance?

Jandura Park is just 0.3 km away and provides open green space. Other nearby spots include Keith Tournier Enclosed Oval (0.7 km), Rugby Park (0.8 km), Gazetted Park (0.9 km), and the extensive O'Connor Ridge nature reserve.

What shopping and dining amenities are available in the immediate area?

The O'Connor small shopping centre, located within the suburb, offers a pub/bar, grocery store, several restaurants and a pharmacy. Additionally, the Pavilion on Northbourne hotel (0.3 km) hosts dining options.

Are there any heritage or nature attractions nearby?

O'Connor is known for its leafy, heritage‑listed streets and the Bruce/O'Connor ridge nature reserve, which lies between the houses. The historic Scout Hall at Hovea Street and Boronia Drive is also a local heritage site.

How would you describe the character of the O'Connor neighbourhood?

O'Connor is an affluent suburb with detached single‑dwelling houses on tree‑lined, heritage‑listed streets. The area features a mix of historic homes, community sports fields, and extensive natural reserves.

How close is the property to major roads for easy commuting?

Northbourne Avenue, a main arterial road, is only about 0.2 km away, providing convenient vehicle access to the wider Canberra region.

What accommodation options are nearby for visitors?

Several hotels are within a short walk, including Mantra MacArthur (0.2 km), Pavilion on Northbourne (0.3 km), Deco Hotel (0.5 km), and Canberra Rex Hotel (0.9 km).