True Cost of Buying in Belmore

2192 NSW · 13km to CBD

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A decision, not just a search · Belmore

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Market Intelligence

Belmore is a diverse, multicultural suburb located 17km southwest of Sydney CBD in the Canterbury-Bankstown region. With a population of 8,500 and median age of 34, it attracts young families and professionals seeking affordable housing with excellent transport connectivity. The suburb features a mix of housing types, with 48% units/apartments and 45% separate houses, reflecting recent urban densification. Belmore Railway Station on the T3 Bankstown Line provides direct CBD access, though it's part of the Sydney Metro Southwest conversion project. The property market shows strong fundamentals with median house prices at $1.15M and units at $650K, delivering solid growth of 8.5% annually for houses and 9.2% for units. The community is culturally rich with 52% born overseas, featuring Lebanese, Vietnamese, and Greek populations. Investment appeal is strong with a score of 76, supported by good rental yields (3.8% houses, 4.9% units), low vacancy rates (2.1%), and high walkability (72/100). Challenges include moderate crime levels and average school ratings, but the suburb benefits from proximity to major shopping precincts in Lakemba and Campsie, recreational facilities at Belmore Sports Ground, and strong community networks.

Excellent transport connectivity with direct train access to Sydney CBD via T3 Bankstown LineStrong property market fundamentals with consistent growth and good rental yieldsHighly walkable suburb with score of 72/100 and good local amenitiesCulturally diverse community creating vibrant dining and shopping optionsAffordable entry point to Sydney property market compared to inner suburbs

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.1M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$700K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$950K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.9%

Yield (House)

3.8%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,582/mo

Purchase Price

$700,000

Stamp Duty

$26,030

1st Year Total

$54,980

House

$6,719/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$80,630

Townhouse

$5,646/mo

Purchase Price

$950,000

Stamp Duty

$37,280

1st Year Total

$67,748

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Community Profile

Median Income

$68,000

Median Age

34

Family Households

58%

Owner-Occupied

42%

Walkability

72/100

Public Transport

8/10

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