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

The median apartment in Belrose is $850,000. Including stamp duty ($32,780), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $64,076, or $5,340/month.

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

The median house in Belrose is $1,450,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($62,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $100,334.

What is the vacancy rate in Belrose?

Belrose currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Belrose

2085 NSW · 20km to CBD

Rising

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Market Intelligence

Belrose is a family-oriented residential suburb located in Sydney's Northern Beaches region, approximately 20km north of the CBD. This established community offers an attractive blend of affordable Northern Beaches living with excellent access to natural amenities including nearby beaches, bushland reserves, and recreational facilities. The suburb is characterized by predominantly detached houses on generous blocks, with a mix of 1970s-1980s homes and newer developments. Belrose appeals to families and professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle while maintaining reasonable proximity to Sydney's employment centers. The area features quality educational facilities including Belrose Public School, convenient shopping at Belrose Super Centre, and strong community networks through local sporting clubs and groups. While public transport options are limited, making the suburb primarily car-dependent, residents benefit from excellent road connectivity via Forest Way and Warringah Road. The proximity to Northern Beaches Hospital and established NBN infrastructure add to the suburb's appeal. Property values remain more affordable compared to beachside Northern Beaches locations, making it an accessible entry point to the coveted Northern Beaches lifestyle.

Affordable entry point to prestigious Northern Beaches regionStrong family-oriented community with active local groupsClose proximity to beaches including Avalon and NewportAccess to quality bushwalking trails and natural reservesExcellent road connectivity via major arterials

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.4M

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$850K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.1M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$5,340/mo

Purchase Price

$850,000

Stamp Duty

$32,780

1st Year Total

$64,076

House

$8,361/mo

Purchase Price

$1,450,000

Stamp Duty

$62,160

1st Year Total

$100,334

Townhouse

$6,657/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$79,880

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