True Cost of Buying in Bardwell Park
2207 NSW · 12km to CBD
A decision, not just a search · Bardwell Park
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Market Intelligence
Bardwell Park is a well-established residential suburb in Sydney's inner south, located 12km from the CBD in the Canterbury-Bankstown Council area. The suburb offers excellent connectivity via Bardwell Park Railway Station on the T8 Airport Line, providing direct access to Sydney CBD and airport within 10-15 minutes. Known for its multicultural community with significant Greek and Italian heritage, the area features a mix of post-war homes, renovated cottages, and modern townhouses. The suburb's appeal lies in its family-friendly atmosphere, proximity to the Bardwell Valley Golf Course, and access to the Cooks River cycleway. With moderate property prices compared to nearby suburbs like Bexley and Rockdale, Bardwell Park has experienced steady capital growth and maintains strong rental demand. The local shopping strip on Stoney Creek Road provides essential services, while the area benefits from established infrastructure and ongoing improvements to road networks including access to M5 and A1 motorways.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$1.3M
+5.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$680K
+3.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$950K
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
32 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.5%
Yield (House)
3.8%
Auction Clearance
68%
Population
2,850
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$680,000
Stamp Duty
$25,130
1st Year Total
$53,756
House
Purchase Price
$1,250,000
Stamp Duty
$51,160
1st Year Total
$87,202
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$950,000
Stamp Duty
$37,280
1st Year Total
$67,748
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Community Profile
Median Income
$78,000
Median Age
39
Family Households
68%
Owner-Occupied
72%
Walkability
65/100
Public Transport
8/10
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