17 Molesworth Street
17 Molesworth Street, Watson ACT 2602, Australia
Sales history
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Sep 2025 | $1,100,000 | $1,551 |
| Sold | Apr 2003 | $359,000 | $506 |
| Sold | Feb 2002 | $260,000 | $366 |
| Sold | Nov 1998 | $140,000 | $197 |
| Sold | Dec 1997 | $125,000 | $176 |
Price per m² based on land size of 709 m².
Key details
- Locality
- Watson
- State
- ACT
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAACT714899805
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- CANB/WATS/5/6
- Remoteness area
- Metro
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 709 m²
- Internal area
- 101 m²
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
Real Estate Agencies
Nearby schools
Frequently asked questions
What type of dwelling is located at 17 Molesworth Street?
It is a detached house featuring three bedrooms and one bathroom.
How much land does the property occupy?
The house sits on a 709 m² allotment, providing ample space for a garden or outdoor activities.
Which public transport services are available nearby?
ACTION bus routes R9 and 50 run through Watson, with route 53 on Antill Street, and the Canberra Light Rail line is accessible on Phillip Avenue.
What cultural or recreational venues are close to the home?
Exhibition Park (about 0.4 km away) hosts large shows, and the National Folk Festival is held nearby; the EPIC and Racecourse light‑rail station is within a kilometre.
What is the historical significance of the suburb of Watson?
Watson was named after Australia’s third Prime Minister, John Christian Watson, and was officially gazetted on 7 April 1960; its streets honour Australian judges and legal professionals.
Are there any notable media or community facilities in Watson?
The suburb is home to Prime7 television studios, the Canberra Technology Park (which includes the Academy of Interactive Entertainment), and the Ted Noffs Foundation.
What geological features underlie the area around 17 Molesworth Street?
The ground consists of calcareous shales from the Canberra Formation, often overlain by Quaternary alluvium, and includes the limestone that gave Canberra its original name, ‘Limestone Plains’.