Canberra Raider Josh Papali'i's home is every bit a sport star's house

The house of Canberra Raiders player Josh Papali'i has hit the market, and it's every inch a sports star home.

The basketball area is just one sporting facility at the Josh Papali'i's, inset, Evatt home. Pictures supplied, by Keegan Carroll

The basketball area is just one sporting facility at the Canberra Raiders' Evatt home. Picture supplied

The four-bedroom house in Evatt has been the Papali's home for the past five years and is coming up for sale as the family has moved to a larger house.

The property has been the ideal place for the NRL star's three kids - aged 3, 7 and 10 - to grow up.

But now is the time for another family to enjoy the home.

A house for the kids

The real selling point, according to selling agent Jonny Warren from Jonny Warren Properties, is the backyard.

The inviting living area features a fire place making it a cosy retreat. Picture supplied

In his opinion, Canberra has not previously seen a house with outdoor entertainment like this one.

A large pool comes with its own waterslide, which currently leads into a sandpit.

Kids will also enjoy the large cubby house.

The dining area has easy access to the outdoors and great sport facilities. Picture supplied

Near this is a basketball hoop and a golf putting green for practising at home.

For entertaining there is a resort-style bar overlooking the pool along with space for outdoor dining.

"It is so unique. It is every kids' dream and even an adult's dream," Mr Warren said.

The backyard has everything, from a large pool, slide and massive sandpit. Picture supplied

Inside, the home is light-filled with a modern kitchen with bold red splashback and a dining area that opens on to the outdoors.

Ducted gas heating and double-glazed windows make the property warm in winter, along with a fireplace.

'People are so friendly'

For Mr Papali'i, it is the "amazing" neighbours and community who he will miss the most.

The outdoor entertaining area features a built-in barbecue and dining zone. Picture supplied

Fans have occasionally walked past the house to have a look in the five years since the Raiders star moved in.

"The neighbours have been so good about [it]," he said.

"People are so friendly. Every time I go to the shops, I see the kids' teachers or people I know," he said. "That is the best part."

Choose your recreational activity in the backyard. Picture supplied

Mr Papali'i, who played his 300^th game this season, is now focused on securing a spot in the finals.

The family home also has a basketball practice area. Picture supplied

"I've been here for too long and I always think we are going to get into finals every year," Mr Papali'i said.

"We just need to win a few games now."

The house goes to auction on September 14.

Make a splash in the large pool in the backyard. Picture supplied

Mr Papali'i's previous Ngunnawal home sold under the hammer for $591,000 in 2020.