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16 Tennyson Crescent

Forrest ACT 2603

5
3
2
2484 m²
House
Caitlin NguyenCaitlin Nguyen, last sold this property on 15 September 2026 after 74 days on market.

Overview

In one of the Inner South's most premium locations, a substantial family residence sited on 2,484m2 with pool and tennis court.

Positioned on an exceptional 2,484m² holding in one of Forrest's premier avenues, this substantial family residence seamlessly combines timeless character, generous proportions and family amenities. Built for and originally occupied by renowned journalist Donald K. Rodgers, who served as press secretary to Prime Ministers John Curtin and Ben Chifley during the 1940s and then later to Herbert Vere Evatt (high court judge turned politician), the home offers a unique slice of Australian political history. Constructed with double brick, finished with classic terracotta roof tiles, the residence spans approximately 377.6m² of internal living with an oversized double garage, delivering excellent space for growing families and effortless entertaining. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, the home offers five generous bedrooms, each complete with built-in wardrobes, three full bathrooms, a dedicated study, expansive formal and informal living areas, & a large rumpus room centred around a charming wood fireplace. Freshly updated with new carpet and paint throughout, the interiors are ready for the family to enjoy. The well-appointed kitchen features quality appliances and expansive stone benchtops and ample storage. Electric split-system air conditioning in four bedrooms and ducted gas heating through the kitchen and living areas ensures year-round comfort. Traditional sash windows throughout further enhance the home's timeless appeal. A covered terrace overlooks the 11m approx saltwater swimming pool, complemented by a separate pool house and a brand-new resurfaced grass tennis court, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining, recreation and comfortable family living. The secure front electric gate provides privacy and peace of mind, while the expansive grounds offer a rare sense of space in one of Canberra's most tightly held blue-chip locations. Offering an exceptional landholding, rich history and wonderful family amenity, this is a rare opportunity to secure a charming Forrest residence with potential for further enhancement. Property Features: Prestigious Forrest location on a substantial 2,484m² block Approximately 377.6m² of internal living 44.8m² double garage Solid double brick construction with terracotta roof tiles Five bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes Three full bathrooms Dedicated study/home office Formal living room Spacious rumpus room with wood fireplace Freshly painted with brand new carpet throughout Well-appointed kitchen with Miele dishwasher, Electrolux oven and Fisher & Paykel cooktop Electric split-system air conditioning to four bedrooms Traditional sash windows throughout Covered outdoor terrace 75,000-litre saltwater swimming pool Separate pool house/storage Brand-new resurfaced grass court Secure front electric gate Canberra Grammar and Canberra Girls Grammar School within 5 minutes drive. Manuka and Deakin Shops within 5 minutes drive. Rates: $4954 per quarter UV: $3,750,000 Agent's Interest

Features

5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2484 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 5 bedroom houses sold in Forrest over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 16 Tennyson Crescent is $4.47m.

Median value
$4.47m
Estimated value range
$4.1m - $5.6m
Median days on market
74
Estimated value trend
1%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Forrest. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 16 Tennyson Crescent

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
Private Sale/Treaty on 15 Sep 2026 by Caitlin Nguyen, of Berkely Residential

Happy sellers in Forrest

90%
90% of sellers in Forrest reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 5 bedroom houses in Forrest

In the last 12 months, 4 five-bedroom houses similar to 16 Tennyson Crescent, have been sold.

This represents a 400% decrease in five-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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