Fannie Bay, Darwin
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Discover Fannie Bay, an inner Darwin suburb prized for its harbour views, heritage homes and proximity to the CBD. Learn about schools, transport, local amenities and what to consider when buying property in Fannie Bay.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Check heritage and council overlays before planning renovations
- 2.Arrange building, pest and cyclone‑resilience inspections
- 3.Assess flood and coastal risk for foreshore/low‑lying blocks
- 4.Inspect at different times (race days, evenings) to gauge noise and traffic
- 5.Engage a local real estate agent to find off‑market and upcoming listings
Common Property Types
- • Federation and post‑war cottages on large blocks
- • Renovated character homes with tropical adaptations
- • Modern townhouses
- • Waterfront apartments (limited supply)
Who Lives Here
Popular with professionals, downsizers and families seeking harbour-side lifestyle close to the CBD. Mix of long‑term residents and owner‑occupiers who renovate period homes.
Transport
- • Short 10–15 minute drive to Darwin CBD
- • Approximately 10–15 minutes by car to Darwin International Airport
- • Served by Darwinbus routes linking to the CBD and neighbouring suburbs (check current timetables)
- • Good access to main arterial roads for travel across Darwin
Schools
- • Fannie Bay Primary School
- • Darwin High School
- • Casuarina Senior College
Amenities
- • Fannie Bay Gaol (museum)
- • Darwin Turf Club / Fannie Bay Racecourse
- • East Point Reserve and Fannie Bay Foreshore (walking/cycling, picnic areas, boat ramps)
- • Parap Village Markets and Mindil Beach Sunset Market (nearby)
Fannie Bay’s inner‑harbour location, limited waterfront supply and proximity to CBD and airport make it a resilient lifestyle and capital‑growth suburb. Expect steady demand for renovated character homes and premium prices for elevated or waterfront blocks.
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