8/15 Fitzroy Street, Forrest, ACT 2603

Apartment
Type
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Parkings

Last updated on Friday, June 12, 2026 ( See property details for 8/15 Fitzroy Street, Forrest, ACT 2603)

$795,000

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A modern, fully renovated two-bedroom apartment in a prime Canberra location offering exceptional walkability and lifestyle convenience.

🏡 Property Highlights

  • Prime location in Canberra's blue-chip precinct, close to Manuka Shops, Kingston, and Kingston Foreshore
  • Single level, corner apartment with open on two sides for enhanced natural light and airflow
  • Fully renovated with new carpets, modern SMEG appliances, and marble benchtops
  • Lift access from basement and ground level, ensuring easy accessibility without steps
  • Two spacious bedrooms with private balconies and built-in robes, including an ensuite
  • Pet-friendly complex with two allocated car spaces and additional storage in secure basement

✨ Key Features

  • Open-Plan Living
  • Built-in Robes
  • Outdoor Area / Balcony
  • Waterfront / Views
  • Security Screens / Gates
  • Fly Screens
  • NBN / High-Speed Ready
  • Extra Storage (Shed/Linen)
  • Garage / Secure Parking
  • Air Conditioning

Forrest is a highly sought-after inner south suburb renowned for its prestigious address, proximity to vibrant cafes and shopping precincts, and access to scenic walking and cycling trails around Lake Burley Griffin. The area offers excellent amenities including parks, schools, and cultural attractions, making it ideal for professionals, families, and investors seeking a premium lifestyle in Canberra. Its central location ensures easy access to Parliament House and major transport routes, fostering a convenient and connected community. The neighbourhood combines sophisticated urban living with natural beauty, providing a perfect balance of convenience and leisure.

What are the key features of this apartment?
This apartment offers open-plan living, two bedrooms with built-in robes, a modern kitchen with SMEG appliances, two bathrooms including an ensuite, balconies, secure parking, and lift access for easy mobility.
Is the apartment suitable for downsizers or professionals?
Yes, the single-level design, lift access, and walkable location make it ideal for downsizers and professionals seeking a low-maintenance, convenient lifestyle.
What amenities are nearby?
The property is close to Manuka Shops, Kingston Foreshore, Green Square, Telopea Park, Lake Burley Griffin trails, and local schools, providing excellent daily conveniences and recreational options.
Is the complex pet-friendly?
Yes, the complex is pet-friendly subject to strata notification, allowing residents to keep pets.
What is the condition of the property?
The apartment is beautifully presented with no outstanding maintenance items, featuring new carpets and modern fixtures throughout.
Are there any upcoming strata fee increases or special levies planned for the development? Are there any restrictions or approvals required for pets in the complex? Is there any history of flooding or bushfire risk in the area? Are there any planned developments or construction nearby that could impact the property? What are the total annual costs including rates, water, and strata levies, and are there any additional fees or charges?

8/15 Fitzroy Street, Forrest, ACT 2603 - More Details

$795,000

Positioned in one of Canberra's most tightly held blue-chip precincts, this single level, two-bedroom residence offers an exceptional walk-to-everything lifestyle. Stroll approximately 900m to the vibrant Manuka Shops for cafés, restaurants, boutiques and everyday conveniences, around 1km to the village atmosphere of Green Square in Kingston, and approximately 1.5km to the waterfront dining and café scene of Kingston Foreshore. The much-loved Old Bus Depot Markets are also close by (approx. 2km) for weekend produce, artisan shopping and local culture as are the Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets.

Beyond the cafés and culture, the everyday amenity here is outstanding. Walk to Manuka Pool for summer laps, enjoy nearby green spaces/parks including Telopea Park, and access Lake Burley Griffin's walking and cycling trails just 1.5km from your front door. Families will appreciate being less than 100m from Telopea Park School, with Forrest Primary School approximately 600m away, while the proximity to Parliament House adds another layer of prestige and convenience.

Whether you're a professional seeking a walkable Inner South base, a downsizer wanting a lock and leave lifestyle, or an investor drawn to enduring demand in a premium location, this address offers convenience, long-term appeal and a leave-the-car-at-home lifestyle few Canberra locations can rival.

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Features Overview:
• Fully single level floorplan
• Lift access from basement and ground to just a few metres from the front door so no steps to navigate
• Corner location so open on 2 sides
• New carpets throughout (tiles throughout wet areas)
• Beautifully presented with no outstanding maintenance items
• Vacant possession, so no need to wait for owners, or tenants, to relocate
• Early access available via an occupation licence if you need to move quickly prior to settlement
• Flexible settlement options if you have another property you want, or need, to sell or simply to have more time to secure financing

The numbers: (approx.)
• Size of living: 103m2
• Size of 2 terraces: 10m2
• Age: 24.5 years (building completed December 2002)
• General rates: $3,146 p.a.
• Water & sewerage rates: $ 804 p.a.
• Strata levies: $9,102 p.a.
• Land tax (investors only): $4,281 p.a.
• EER: 6 stars (out of 6 stars)
• Name of development: Astor
• Level in building: 2 of 4
• Potential rental return (unfurnished, 12m lease): $800/wk
• Developer/builder: Koundouris Projects
• Number of units in development: 25
• Strata manager and contact number: Bright and Duggan. Phone: 61563305
• Units plan number: 2204
• Admin fund balance for development as of 30/04/2026 - $67,492
• Sinking fund balance for development as of 30/04/2026 - $220,440

Inside:
• Audio intercom for guests so they can access your front door without leaving your unit
• Very large open plan living areas with wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioning unit
• Kitchen has SMEG appliances including integrated dishwasher, electric cooktop with recycling rangehood over and electric oven under, marble benchtops, double sink, ample draws and wall cupboards, fridge cavity, LED down lighting
• Bedroom 1 is generously sized and features a wall-mounted reverse cycle air conditioning unit, private covered balcony access via glass doors, and a walk-through robe leading to the ensuite
• The ensuite includes a shower over bath, toilet, custom vanity with marble top, storage under and mirror over, full-height tiling, and in-floor heating beneath marble floor tiles
• Bedroom 2 includes two-door sliding built-in robes, two windows, and direct access to the two-way main bathroom
• The main bathroom features a custom marble-top vanity with storage under and mirror over, full-height tiling, in-floor heating beneath marble floor tiles, a toilet, and corner shower
• European laundry behind bi-fold doors with corner tub, dryer, space for washing machine and the electric hot water system is located here too
• Roman blinds throughout (2 yrs old)
• Halogen and LED down lighting
• Lockable, powder coated aluminium doors and windows with flyscreens
• Both balconies are fully covered and have external lighting
• Fast NBN (FTTB) Fibre to the Building
• Pet friendly complex (subject to strata notification)
• 2 allocated car spaces and a lockable storage enclosure in the restricted access basement
• Bike storage space in basement plus additional visitor car spaces


To help buyers, we offer the following: 
• Published buyer price guide which is also updated as the campaign progresses
• We refer a solicitor who can review the marketing contract for FREE and provide a FREE Section 17 certificate to waive your cooling off period
• 5% deposit pre-approved
Type
Apartment
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Parkings
2

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