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78 Higinbotham Street

Watson ACT 2602, Australia

2 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
1 Parking
865 m² Land size
$900,000 Last sale (2025)

About this property

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78 Higinbotham Street is a two‑bedroom, one‑bathroom house on an 865 m² block in Watson, Australian Capital Territory, that sold for $900,000 on 20 Feb 2025. The home features an open‑plan living, dining and kitchen area that flows onto a broad deck, a master retreat created by combining the original bedrooms, and a separate timber‑framed yurt accessed from the second deck, all serviced by a single parking space.

Its garden borders native parkland and places the residence within easy walking distance of local schools, playgrounds, and the inner‑north shopping and dining precincts

Key details

Locality
Watson
State
ACT
Coordinates
35.24072892 / 149.15455342
GNAF PID
GAACT714922576
Legal parcel ID
CANB/WATS/55/1
Remoteness area
Metro
Property type
House
Land size
865 m²
Land Use Category
Residential

Sales history

EventDatePricePrice per m²
Sale
20 Feb 2025
$900,000$1,040

Price per m² based on land size of 865 m².

Real Estate Agencies

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* Approximate straight-line distances

Nearby schools

Type:
Ordered by:
Nipperville Early Learning Centre
0.2 km
Majura Primary School - Watson Preschool Unit
0.3 km
Lyneham Primary School - Downer Preschool Unit
0.3 km
Majura Primary School
0.3 km
Primary school | Government
Rosary Primary School
0.5 km
Primary school | Catholic
Dickson College
0.9 km
Secondary school | Government
Majura Early Childhood Centre
1.3 km
Blue Gum Community School
1.3 km
Combined school | Independent
Blue Gum Early Learning Centre Hackett
1.3 km
Pinocchio Early Learning Centre Dickson
1.3 km
North Ainslie Primary School
1.6 km
Primary school | Government
North Ainslie Primary School - Hackett Preschool Unit
1.6 km
North Ainslie Primary School - Preschool Unit
1.6 km
Emmaus Christian School
1.7 km
Combined school | Independent
Daramalan College
2.0 km
Secondary school | Catholic
Wonderschool Dickson
2.0 km
Blue Gum Early Learning Centre
2.1 km
Brindabella Christian College
2.5 km
Combined school | Independent
Lyneham High School
2.5 km
Secondary school | Government
Lyneham Primary School
2.8 km
Primary school | Government
* Approximate straight-line distances

Frequently asked questions

What type of dwelling is located at 78 Higinbotham Street?

It is a house offering two bedrooms and one bathroom. The residence is a compact family home

How many parking spaces are available with the property?

The property includes one designated parking space. This provides convenient vehicle accommodation

Which public transport options are close to 78 Higinbotham Street?

The residence is served by ACTION bus routes R9 and 50, with route 53 on nearby Antill Street, and the Canberra Light Rail line runs along Phillip Avenue approximately 1‑1.5 km away. These options give easy access to the wider Canberra region

What recreational facilities are within walking distance of the property?

Within about 1 km you’ll find Justice Robert Hope Park, Dickson District Playing Fields, and Calvert Park, providing open space for leisure activities. They are suitable for walking, picnics, and sports

Are there any cultural or media facilities nearby?

Yes, the suburb hosts Prime7 television studios, the Academy of Interactive Entertainment at Canberra Technology Park, and the Canberra Potters Society, all located within the Watson area. These venues contribute to a vibrant cultural and media scene nearby

What geological features are characteristic of the Watson area where the property is situated?

The locality sits on calcareous shales of the Canberra Formation, overlain in places by Quaternary alluvium, which includes limestone from the historic “Limestone Plains.” This geology influences the area's soil and landscape

How far is the nearest light rail station from the property?

The EPIC and Racecourse light rail station is roughly 1.5‑2 km away. It provides a convenient boarding point for the Canberra Metro

What community services are close to the address?

Nearby amenities include a local shopping centre, the Ted Noffs Foundation, and a BP service station, all within the Watson suburb. These services support everyday needs for residents

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