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40 Simpson Street

Watson ACT 2602

3
2
2
188 m²
731 m²
House
Alex WangAlex Wang, last sold this property on 21 July 2026 after 40 days on market.

Overview

SOLD by Alex Wang - Canberra No.1 Agent Award winner. Think of selling? Please call Alex 0402169387 for a market update!

SOLD by Alex Wang - Canberra No.1 Agent Award winner. Think of selling? Please call Alex 0402169387 for a market update! Flexible Family Living or Dual Income Investment (Potential $880/week) - Move-in Ready Set beneath the shelter of mature trees, this home carries the quiet charm of classic Watson living, with a single-level floorplan designed for rare flexibility. It can be enjoyed as a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, or easily separated into a two-bedroom primary residence plus a one-bedroom self-contained annexe - ideal for multigenerational families, visiting guests, independent teenagers or potential rental income. The garden draws you in slowly, while the timber deck creates a private place to sit with morning coffee, watch the seasons change and enjoy the calm of the street. At the front, the two-bedroom residence holds its own easy rhythm. The main living room is generous and inviting, flowing through to the dining and kitchen, where everyday life feels practical and connected. Two bedrooms sit quietly on the other side of the home, serviced by the main bathroom, separate WC and full-size laundry. At the rear, the home reveals its true point of difference - a self-contained one-bedroom wing with its own living/dining area, kitchen, bathroom, washing machine and separate entry. It is a rare and valuable addition, offering space for extended family, long-stay guests, a private work-from-home setup, or the possibility of an additional income stream. Outside, the home offers a beautiful and spacious backyard, with fencing that helps separate the outdoor areas for each residence. A lockable double garage adds further practicality. In one of Canberra's most loved inner-north suburbs, this is a property with warmth, flexibility and future potential - a home that offers more than one way to live - Live in the front and lease the back, keep family close while giving everyone their own independence, or secure a flexible investment in an established location where adaptable homes are always in demand. Features Front Residence • Two-bedroom primary residence • Generous main living & dining area with leafy outlooks • Practical kitchen for everyday functionality • Main bathroom & separate toilet servicing the front residence • Full-size laundry • Wall mount gas heater • Timber front deck, ideal for morning coffee or quiet outdoor sitting Rear Residence • Self-contained one-bedroom • Separate entry • Private living/dining area • Practical kitchen for everyday functionality • Bedroom with built-in wardrobe • Bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet • Washing machine connection • Ideal for extended family, independent teenagers, guests or work-from-home use • Potential to generate additional rental income Outdoor & Additional Features • Mature trees and established garden setting • Beautiful and spacious backyard • Fencing separates the outdoor areas for each residence • Lockable double garage • Quiet, established inner-north location • Close to Watson shops, schools, parks and local walking trails Particulars (all approx.) Block Size: 731 m2 Living Size: 129 m2 + Deck: 17 m2 + Garage: 42 m2 Total: 188 m2 Year Built: 1962 Rates: $1,213/quarter Rental Estimate Front (2 Bedroom): $550/week Back (1 Bedroom): $330/week EER: 1.5 DISCLAIMER We have obtained all information provided here from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations and satisfy themselves of all aspects of such information including without limitation, any income, rentals, dimensions, areas, zoning and permits. Any figures and information contained in this advertisement are approximate and a guide only and should not be relied upon for financial purposes or taken as advice of any nature. Individuals, Self-Managed Super Funds, companies, anyone or entity, should make their own inquires and seek their own advice and rely only upon those inquiries and advice. Archer does not guarantee the accuracy of the information above and are not financial advisers or accountants and do not provide any of the above information as advice of any nature.

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
188 m² floor area
731 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Watson over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 40 Simpson Street is $1.14m.

Median value
$1.14m
Estimated value range
$707.5k - $1.6m
Median days on market
23
Estimated value trend
14%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Watson. 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 40 Simpson Street

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
21 Jul 2026 by Alex Wang, of ARCHER
2024
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 19 Dec 2024 by ARCHER
2021
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 19 Dec 2021 by ARCHER

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

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Watson

In the last 12 months, 40 three-bedroom houses similar to 40 Simpson Street, have been sold.

This represents a 3% increase in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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