17 Forbes Street, Turner ACT 2612, Australia
The property sits on a 1,045 m² block. This size is typical for Turner, where original lots ranged from about 800 m² to 1,400 m².
Ipima Street Metro station is only about 0.2 km away, providing easy access to the Canberra Metro network. Another station, Elouera Street, is roughly 0.6 km distant.
Haig Park is approximately 0.3 km to the north, and Gazetted Park is about 0.2 km away. The suburb also includes flood‑drainage reserves and several public sports ovals within walking distance.
The Canberra Rex Hotel sits just 0.2 km away, while the Deco Hotel and Pacific Suites are each around 0.5 km distant. Nearby breweries such as Bentspoke Brewing Co and Capital Brewing Company are within 0.7 km.
Turner was developed in the 1940s‑1950s as a garden‑city style suburb with wide nature strips and generous roads. Original block sizes were large, encouraging mixed‑density redevelopment, and the area now features a blend of detached houses, townhouses, and apartments.
According to the 2021 census, Turner has a population of 4,470, with a high proportion of young adults (48 % aged 20‑34) and professionals (45 %). The housing stock is dominated by flats, units and apartments, making up over 70 % of dwellings.
The house is located within walking distance of both the CBD and the Australian National University, offering convenient access to employment, education and city amenities.
