20/3 Towns Crescent, Turner, ACT 2612

Please note, if not sold prior, this property will be going to auction, on site, 12:30pm Wednesday 12th March 2025. The advertised price guide is there to help give buyers a bracket to work from and can be updated as the campaign progresses. Offers prior to auction, above the guide price and accompanied with a section 17, are welcomed.  

This attractive, low maintenance, one bedroom apartment in 'Vue East' is located in the sought-after and leafy Inner North suburb of Turner. Situated on the ground level of this boutique development and with a direct North aspect, this modern apartment has a high level of inclusions, coupled with 2 courtyards to extend your living options all year round. Minutes away from the light rail and within walking distance to ANU, Braddon's lively hospitality scene and even Canberra Civic Centre - yet, positioned in a quiet spot, the location is truly ideal for the busy City-goer who needs to be close to the hustle and bustle, without the noise.  

Whether it's a down-sizer's dream, a City socialite's residence, a week day crash pad, or an investment opportunity to give future capital gain and solid rental income - one thing is for sure - this apartment offers tremendous potential for all. In addition, its been vacated so available immediately, however, flexible settlement options are also on offer.

Make sure to watch our detailed, walk-through video prior to your inspection (and after), it's our 24/7 salesperson for you to get an excellent feel for the features and benefits of this unit, the facilities, carparking and storage. It's the most informative property video you will watch during your search, but don't just take our word for it… 

To get a copy of the digital brochure containing an explanation of our buyer friendly sales campaign, the full contract (and so much more), please send us an email from any of the web portals and note your full name and mobile number and it will be automatically sent to you. 

Features Overview:
• Modern inclusions
• Ability to purchase all the furniture as an optional extra
• Direct North facing aspect
• Single level floorplan open to the front and rear for cross ventilation
• Positioned on ground level with lift access from basement
• New flooring throughout (modern timber-look vinyl flooring in entry, living and kitchen, carpets in bedrooms)
• Vacant & available immediately (no waiting for owners or tenants to relocate)
• Option for early access prior to settlement via an occupation agreement
• Flexible settlement dates if you have another property you want, or need, to sell or to give more time to secure financing

The numbers:
• Living area: 64.5m2
• Size of North facing terrace: 20.5m2
• Size of South facing terrace: 9.5m2
• Level in building: 1 of 3
• Age of unit: 13 years. (completed 2012)
• General Rates: $2,144 p.a.
• Land Tax (investors only): $3,026 p.a.
• Strata levies: $4,392 p.a.
• Water & sewerage rates: $820 p.a.
• Rental estimate (unfurnished): Up to $530/week 
• Energy efficiency rating (EER): 6 out of 6 stars
• Name of development: Vue East
• Number of units in development: 30
• Builder/developer: M Homes
• Strata manager: Bright and Duggan - phone (02) 61563305
• Units plan number: 3768
• Balance of administration fund as of 07/02/25: $50,207
• Balance of sinking fund as of 07/02/25: $237,095

More detail: 
• Large bedroom fit for a queen size bed with mirrored, three door, sliding robe 
• Access to rear courtyard from sliding door in bedroom
• Spacious and open-plan living and dining area with sliding door access to partially covered courtyard which has outlook to the North and a shady maple tree
• Wall mounted reverse cycle wall unit in main living area (heating and cooling)
• Kitchen is full size with  spacious stone benchtops, Bosch appliances including four burner electric cooktop with externally ducted rangehood overhead, electric under bench oven, dishwasher, 1 ½ bowl sink, also a large fridge cavity and ample cupboards
• Main bathroom features two heat lamps, floor to ceiling tiling, a vanity with storage under and a frameless mirror over, toilet & an extra-large shower
• Laundry includes a washing machine and dryer, corner tub, instantaneous electric hot water system and overhead cupboards all tucked behind concertina doors
• Linen cupboard at entry with shelving
• Alcove with window at entry door
• Halogen downlighting throughout

The Development 
• Located in the 'Vue East' building of the 'Vue Precinct' which comprises 3 separate buildings
• Vue East is a three level complex of just 30 apartments completed in 2012 
• Allocated basement parking space and lockable storage enclosure (only 1 level of basement)
• Eight visitor car spots in the restricted entry basement
• Lift access from basement to deliver you just meters from the front door with no steps
• Attractively landscaped grounds including a large internal courtyard for use of all residents
• Voice intercom access for guests so you can buzz them into the development and direct to you without leaving your front door

To help buyers, we offer the following as part of our Friendly Auction System:  
• Written buyer price guide which is also updated as the campaign progresses  
• A digital brochure which can be emailed to you prior to a viewing containing everything you need to know about the property and the auction purchase process (request via email) 
• We refer a solicitor who can review the marketing contract for FREE and provide a FREE Section 17 certificate to waive your cooling off if you want to submit a pre-auction offer  
• Help amending any conditions in the contract such as organising an occupation agreement or variation of settlement dates