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

The median apartment in Birrong is $650,000. Including stamp duty ($23,780), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $51,944, or $4,329/month.

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

The median house in Birrong is $850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($32,780), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $60,926.

What is the vacancy rate in Birrong?

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

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True Cost of Buying in Birrong

2143 NSW · 19km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Birrong is a culturally diverse suburb located 19km southwest of Sydney CBD, known for its strong multicultural community, particularly Middle Eastern and Asian populations. The suburb offers excellent transport connectivity via Birrong Railway Station on the T3 Bankstown Line, with direct access to the CBD and upcoming Sydney Metro Southwest conversion enhancing future transport options. Property values remain affordable compared to premium Sydney suburbs, making it attractive to families and investors seeking value. The area features a vibrant food scene, particularly Middle Eastern cuisine, and benefits from proximity to major shopping centers in Bankstown and Liverpool. With ongoing urban renewal initiatives, good school options, and strong community networks, Birrong represents solid investment potential for those seeking affordable entry into Sydney's property market with growth upside from infrastructure improvements.

Excellent transport connectivity to Sydney CBD via direct train lineCulturally diverse community with vibrant food and cultural sceneAffordable property prices compared to Sydney averagesStrong family-oriented demographic with good schools nearbyUpcoming Sydney Metro conversion enhancing transport infrastructure

Market Snapshot

Median House

$850K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$780K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,329/mo

Purchase Price

$650,000

Stamp Duty

$23,780

1st Year Total

$51,944

House

$5,077/mo

Purchase Price

$850,000

Stamp Duty

$32,780

1st Year Total

$60,926

Townhouse

$4,786/mo

Purchase Price

$780,000

Stamp Duty

$29,630

1st Year Total

$57,428

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