About this property
Located at 16 Blair Street in Watson, ACT, this house sits on a 748 m² block. The layout provides a straightforward flow between the main living areas, supporting a practical lifestyle. It was sold for $687,000 on 22 Apr 2010.
16 Blair Street
16 Blair Street, Watson ACT 2602, Australia
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Parking
748 m²
Land size
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Internal area
$687,000
Last sale
Sales history
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Apr 2010 | $687,000 | $918 |
| Sold | Mar 2008 | $565,000 | $755 |
| Sold | Apr 2000 | $209,000 | $279 |
| Sold | Mar 1998 | $160,000 | $213 |
Price per m² based on land size of 748 m².
Key details
- Locality
- Watson
- State
- ACT
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAACT714910880
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- CANB/WATS/51/20
- Remoteness area
- Metro
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 748 m²
- Internal area
- -
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
Real Estate Agencies
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LJ Hooker - Gungahlin
6.6 km
* Approximate straight-line distances
Nearby schools
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Frequently asked questions
What is the land size of 16 Blair Street?
The property sits on a 748 m² block. This provides ample space for garden, outdoor living, or potential extensions.
Which public transport routes are available near 16 Blair Street?
ACTION bus routes R9 and 50 run through Watson, with route 53 on Antill Street nearby. Phillip Avenue is also served by the Canberra Light Rail line connecting Civic to Gungahlin.
What parks or recreational areas are within walking distance of the property?
Justice Robert Hope Park is approximately 1 km away, and Calvert Park and Dickson District Playing Fields are each about 1–1.2 km from the home, offering green space and sports facilities.
What geological features are characteristic of the area around 16 Blair Street?
The site is underlain by calcareous shales of the Canberra Formation, often overlain by Quaternary alluvium, which includes the limestone that gave Canberra its original name "Limestone Plains."
What community or cultural facilities are located close to the property?
The suburb hosts the Prime7 television studios, the Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Canberra Potters Society, and a BP service station, all situated within the Watson precinct.
How far is the historic Starlight Drive‑In site from the property?
The former Starlight Drive‑In location is about 1.6 km away, now redeveloped as a medium‑density housing complex while retaining its iconic sign.
What is the historical background of the suburb where 16 Blair Street is situated?
Watson, named after Australia’s third Prime Minister John Christian Watson, was gazetted on 7 April 1960; its streets honor Australian judges and legal professionals. The area has evolved from a former hog farm and drive‑in cinema to a vibrant community with media and educational hubs.