22 Gilruth Street, Hackett ACT 2602

When the owners relocated to Canberra for work in July 2015, they were searching for somewhere that offered both value and a genuine sense of place. They found it here in Hackett-helped along, as they fondly remember, by "a slick salesman named Jonny Warren." What began as a practical move soon became something far more meaningful. Surrounded by peaceful streets, native bushland and birdsong, this was where Canberra began to feel like home. Over the years, the home grew alongside them. The expansive front deck became part of everyday life-a place to enjoy the morning winter sun, retreat into the summer shade and watch the garden transform through spring. The native garden created its own little ecosystem, regularly visited by magpies, local birdlife and bees. Some of their happiest memories came from welcoming family and friends to visit and stay. As they prepare to move on, they will miss the stillness of the neighborhood, the neighbors who look out for one another and the freedom to step outside and walk towards Mount Majura or Mount Ainslie. More than simply a place they lived, this was the home that welcomed them to Canberra-and the place where they built a life. THE HOME An expansive covered front deck provides a warm welcome and a beautiful place to relax throughout the seasons. Inside, the four-bedroom layout offers comfort and flexibility for family life. Filled with afternoon sunlight, the main bedroom feels like a peaceful retreat, complete with a walk-in robe and ensuite. Three additional bedrooms accommodate family and guests, with ceiling fans in every bedroom and security screen fitted to all windows. The main bathroom includes a bathtub, shower and vanity, while the kitchen features a Bosch dishwasher, four-burner gas cooktop and electric oven. Braemar ducted gas heating and cooling provides year-round comfort. Multiple outdoor areas create an effortless connection with the garden, including covered decks at the front and rear. The established native front garden features reticulation and offers a low-maintenance sanctuary for local birdlife and bees. A separate air-conditioned outbuilding, finished with quality materials and extensive storage, offers excellent flexibility as an art or music room, home office or teenager's retreat. Additional garden-equipment storage is positioned behind the building. A double garage with remote access to both doors and an adjoining rear carport provide generous parking. Solar panels, a battery installed in 2025 and perimeter sensor lighting complete the home's practical inclusions. THE LOCATION There is a quiet magic to life in Hackett. Leafy, peaceful and connected to nature, it is a suburb where birdsong replaces traffic noise and neighbors still look out for one another. Nearby walking routes towards Mount Majura and Mount Ainslie place some of Canberra's most beautiful bushland within easy reach, whether heading out for a morning walk or simply enjoying the stillness close to home. For the current owners, Hackett was the place that made a new city feel familiar. For the next owners, it offers the opportunity to create an equally meaningful chapter. MORE DETAILS - Four-bedroom, two bathroom & three car space home - Expansive covered front deck catching morning winter sun & summer afternoon shade - Main bedroom ft. walk-in robe, ensuite, ceiling fan light & curtains - Fully tiled ensuite ft. shower, toilet & vanity with ample storage - Additional three bedrooms ft. carpet, ceiling fan lights, roller shades & built in robes - Main bathroom ft. bathtub, floor to ceiling tiling, shower & vanity - Kitchen ft. Bosch dishwasher, four-burner gas cooktop & electric oven - Separate outbuilding ft. air-conditioning, quality finishes, extensive storage & flexible use as a studio, home office or teenager's retreat - Backyard ft. dedicated garden-equipment storage, covered rear deck, BBQ set up & separated outbuilding / granny flat - Native front garden ft. reticulation watering system - Double garage ft. remote access to both garage doors & adjoining rear carport - Braemar ducted gas heating & cooling throughout - Security screens fitted to all windows - Solar panels & battery system (installed in 2025) - LED downlights throughout home & sensor lighting around the property's perimeter - Within walking distance of Mount Majura, Mount Ainslie & surrounding bushland trails - Short commute to Dickson Town Centre, Australian National University, Braddon & Canberra CBD - Year Built: 1976 - EER: 4.5 stars - Approx. Block Size: 639 sqm - Approx. Living Size: 141 sqm - Approx. Council Rates: $4,610 per annum - Approx. Land Tax (investors only): $9,513.60 per annum - Approx. Rental Return: $940 - $980 per week