Garran
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Garran, ACT 2605.
About Garran
Welcome to Garran
Garran is a quiet, well-established suburb in Canberra's inner south, sitting within the Woden Valley district roughly 7 kilometres south of the city centre. Bordered by Phillip to the north, Hughes to the east, Mawson to the south and Chifley to the west, it occupies a comfortable middle ground between the commercial energy of Woden Town Centre and the leafy residential streets that define this part of the ACT.
The suburb draws a loyal mix of families, long-term owner-occupiers and professionals who work at the nearby Canberra Hospital precinct or in the broader Woden valley. Its relatively compact footprint, good local amenities and genuine sense of community make it an appealing address for those who want proximity to the city without sacrificing suburban calm.
Lifestyle & dining
Garran's day-to-day life is anchored by a modest but functional local strip that keeps most everyday errands in the neighbourhood. Garran Friendly Grocers covers the pantry basics, Garran Bakery handles the morning coffee-and-pastry ritual, and Garran Dry Cleaner rounds out the practical side of things. Bentleys adds another local option for residents who want to stay close to home rather than heading to the larger centre at Phillip or Woden.
For a broader dining and entertainment offer, neighbouring Phillip and Woden Town Centre are only a short drive or bus ride away, giving residents access to a full range of restaurants, cafés and services without the suburb itself feeling overrun by foot traffic.
Parks & recreation
Green space is woven throughout Garran in the way that characterises well-planned ACT suburbs — pockets of parkland sit between residential streets, providing informal play areas, walking loops and spots to let dogs off the lead. While the parks are largely unnamed neighbourhood reserves rather than major destination facilities, their accessibility means most households are only a short stroll from open grass.
The broader Woden Valley network extends this further, connecting Garran to shared paths and green corridors that link through to Hughes and Chifley. Residents who want more structured recreation — pools, ovals, courts — will find those within easy reach in adjoining suburbs.
Schools & families
Garran is well served at the primary level, with Garran Primary School located within the suburb itself and the Catholic school Sts Peter and Paul Primary School also nearby, giving families a genuine choice of educational style without a long commute. Both schools attract strong local enrolment and contribute to the family-oriented character of the area.
For secondary schooling, families typically look to nearby schools in the wider Woden district, a straightforward exercise given the suburb's central location within that network. The combination of good schools, quiet streets and manageable block sizes makes Garran a consistently popular choice for families putting down roots in south Canberra.
Getting around
Garran is primarily a suburb you navigate by car or bicycle, with the ACT's arterial road network making it straightforward to reach the city, Woden, or the Tuggeranong corridor in reasonable time. Gilmore Crescent serves as a key local connector, with bus stops after Eldridge Crescent and after Hartigan Street providing regular public transport links into the broader Canberra bus network.
The suburb also benefits from Canberra's extensive shared path system, which makes cycling to Phillip, Woden or through to the inner north genuinely practical for everyday trips. For those who rely on public transport, the nearby Woden interchange is one of the ACT's main bus hubs, significantly expanding route options.
Housing & architecture
Garran's streetscapes reflect the considered planning of Canberra's post-war residential expansion — predominantly single-storey brick homes on generous blocks, with mature trees softening the rooflines along most streets. More recent development has added a layer of apartments and townhouses, which now account for 38% and 14% of current listings respectively, sitting alongside the detached houses that still make up 48% of the market.
The architectural range means buyers can choose between a classic original-era home with scope to renovate, a more contemporary infill townhouse, or an apartment that suits a lower-maintenance lifestyle. This variety, relatively rare in suburbs of this size, gives Garran broader appeal across different life stages.
The property market
Garran sits firmly at the premium end of the Woden Valley market. The median house price currently stands at $1.59 million, a figure that reflects both the suburb's desirability and the scarcity of stock that typically comes to market in established ACT suburbs. House prices have seen a modest adjustment of -1.2% in the recent period, broadly consistent with the softening seen across Canberra's higher-value pockets as interest rate pressures work through the market.
For buyers priced out of the detached house market, units and apartments offer a more accessible entry point at a median of $764,000 — still a meaningful commitment, but well below the house median. Investors will note a median rent of $860 per week, which points to strong rental demand driven in part by proximity to the Canberra Hospital and public service employment hubs in Phillip and Woden. Neighbouring suburbs such as Mawson and Hughes offer useful comparisons for buyers weighing value across the district.
Market snapshot
Garran property market
Median sale price
$1.56m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$875
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.19m
Median
$1.56m
Premium
$2.17m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
50%
Sold this year
19
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -1.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Garran by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Garran, ACT 2605.
Population
3,706
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$2,985
median, per week
Median rent
$550
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Garran
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Garran
$750k
Address withheld
Sold ~July 2026
$1.43m
32 Robson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.17m
119 Gilmore Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$995k
2 Boothby Place
Sold ~June 2026
$1.40m
85 Fitchett Street
Sold ~June 2026
$780k
1/10 Robson Street
Sold ~June 2026
$750k
35/1 Eldridge Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Garran suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Garran?
The median house price in Garran, ACT is $1.56m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 2.3%.
How much is rent in Garran?
The median weekly rent in Garran is around $875 per week.
Is Garran a good place to live?
Garran is a suburb in the Woden district of Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory. Garran is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 3,706 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Garran?
Garran has a population of 3,706 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Garran?
There are 2 schools in or near Garran, including Garran Primary School and Sts Peter and Paul Primary School.
How much do you need to buy in Garran?
Entry-level properties in Garran start around $1.19m, while premium homes reach $2.17m.
What suburbs are near Garran?
Suburbs near Garran include Phillip, Woden, Mawson, Hughes and Chifley.
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