5 Markham Street

Perfectly positioned in an elevated and tightly held pocket of the Woden Valley, this distinguished executive residence delivers a rare opportunity to secure an exceptional family lifestyle in one of the district's most desirable enclaves. Impeccably designed for both refined living and grand-scale entertaining, the home showcases an elegant fusion of timeless charm and contemporary luxury, with multiple sophisticated living zones and beautifully curated outdoor spaces framed by manicured gardens. Held and cherished by the same family for 25 years, this is a residence of enduring quality and warmth, now ready for its next chapter with fortunate new owners. Opportunities of this calibre in such an exclusive setting are exceptionally scarce and highly sought after. From the moment you arrive in the peaceful cul-de-sac and step through the private front courtyard, the home's striking presence, privacy and undeniable sense of prestige make an unforgettable first impression. Stepping inside, spacious family and dining areas surround the kitchen, catering to intimate family dinners or large gatherings with ease. Carefully designed and flawlessly finished, the kitchen offers an expansive stone benchtops with breakfast bar, gas cooktop, integrated microwave and oven, dishwasher, soft close drawers alongside custom built cabinetry with dual pantries and bar/coffee nook. A spacious formal living room is positioned at the front of the home, embracing green vistas provided by the elevated position. Four bedrooms are positioned on this level, the double-sized master is befitting of a home of this calibre with sitting/dressing area, walk in robe and ensuite. All three remaining bedrooms include built in robes, serviced by the renovated bathroom offering bath/rainfall shower and separate WC. There is also a dedicated study, offering ideal segregation for working from home. Outdoors is an entertaining oasis. A spacious, covered outdoor entertaining area is framed by beautiful, established yet easy care gardens, the perfect green backdrop for celebrations. Pathways lead you further into the garden, to flat grassed areas, another paved entertaining area and raised garden beds. Further additions and upgrades include double glazed windows, added insulation, 10,000L water tank, single car garage + single carport, ducted gas heating, evaporative cooling and separate laundry. Whilst the home is beautiful and move in ready, the RZ2 zoning future proofs your purchase. Conveniently located and just a short walk or drive to quality primary and secondary schools, Southlands Shopping Centre, Westfield Woden and the Canberra Hospital. Features: - Move in ready, renovated and updated throughout - RZ2 block - 4 spacious bedrooms + study - Double glazed windows & added insulation - Established front gardens and courtyard entry - Renovated kitchen with stone benchtops and breakfast bar, gas cooktop, integrated microwave and oven, dishwasher, soft close drawers alongside custom built cabinetry with dual pantries and bar/coffee nook - Updated bathroom with bath/ rainfall shower, and separate WC - Ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling - Double-sized master bedroom with sitting/dressing area, walk in robe and ensuite - Multiple outdoor entertaining areas amongst established gardens, grassed areas and raised garden beds - Single car garage + single carport - 10,000L water tank - Large separate laundry Block size: 1016m2 (approx.) Living size: 196m2 living + 44m2 car (approx.) Land Value: $855,000 (2025) Rates: $4,872 p.a (approx.) Land tax: $10,100 p.a (approx.) (only if rented) Construction: 1967 EER: 3.5 stars