The tiny ACT suburb that predates Canberra where homes rarely hit the market

This lesser-known suburb on Canberra’s outskirts was once considered as the site of the nation’s capital.Decades before Canberra’s iconic circle-based layout was conceived by celebrated architect Walter Burley Griffin, a little village popped up in the area that was to become the Australian Capital Territory.The leafy village of Hall was once considered as the site of the nation's capital before Canberra was conceived. Picture: realestate.com.au/soldThe suburb of Hall near the northwest border of the ACT has the unusual status of being one of the sites considered for the nation’s capital before the area further to the southwest that’s now occupied by Canberra was eventually recommended by government surveyor Charles Scrivener.While Hall was never transformed into the nation’s capital, Canberra’s growth over the years means it now sits on the city’s periphery, with more modern suburbs such as Casey and Nicholls just a stone’s throw away.Hall differs from most of Canberra in that its streets contrast with the curving circuits and avenues that the capital is now known for.Hall is popular with weekend visitors thanks to its charming village vibe. Picture: realestate.com.au/buyIts grid ...