What is the true cost of buying an apartment in Ashcroft?

The median apartment in Ashcroft is $485,000. Including stamp duty ($16,355), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $41,924, or $3,494/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in Ashcroft?

The median house in Ashcroft is $720,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($26,930), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $52,392.

What is the vacancy rate in Ashcroft?

Ashcroft currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 28 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Ashcroft

2168 NSW · 35km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Ashcroft is an affordable, culturally diverse suburb located 35km southwest of Sydney CBD in the Liverpool City Council area. The suburb features predominantly detached housing on generous blocks, attracting young families and first-home buyers seeking value in Sydney's competitive market. With strong Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern communities, Ashcroft offers a multicultural environment with excellent access to the M5 Motorway and proximity to Liverpool's amenities. The area benefits from ongoing Southwest Sydney infrastructure investments, including transport upgrades and NBN connectivity. Property values remain attractive compared to inner Sydney, with steady rental demand driven by affordability and accessibility. Local amenities include Ashcroft Public School, recreational facilities at Ashcroft Park, and easy access to Chipping Norton Lake. The suburb represents solid investment potential for those seeking affordable entry into Sydney's property market, with growth prospects tied to broader regional development and infrastructure improvements.

Affordability compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong cultural diversity and community networksExcellent motorway access via M5Proximity to Liverpool CBD and amenitiesPredominantly detached housing stock

Market Snapshot

Median House

$720K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$485K

+5.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$650K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

4,800

True Cost Breakdown

Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier

Apartment

$3,494/mo

Purchase Price

$485,000

Stamp Duty

$16,355

1st Year Total

$41,924

House

$4,366/mo

Purchase Price

$720,000

Stamp Duty

$26,930

1st Year Total

$52,392

Townhouse

$4,129/mo

Purchase Price

$650,000

Stamp Duty

$23,780

1st Year Total

$49,544

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