True Cost of Buying in Botany
2019 NSW · 10km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Botany is a diverse inner-south suburb located 10km from Sydney CBD, characterized by its multicultural population and proximity to Sydney Airport. The suburb features a mix of older houses and modern apartment developments, with significant Greek, Chinese, and Middle Eastern communities. Botany offers excellent connectivity to the CBD via bus services and benefits from close proximity to Eastgardens shopping centre, Botany Bay National Park, and nearby beaches. The property market is dominated by units due to limited house stock, with airport proximity creating both convenience and noise considerations. The suburb attracts young professionals, families, and frequent travelers seeking affordable housing with good transport links. Industrial zoning in parts of the area affects residential development opportunities. Botany's strengths include its cultural diversity, transport accessibility, shopping amenities, and recreational facilities, while challenges include aircraft noise, limited parking, and traffic congestion on major roads.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$1.4M
+8.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$720K
+6.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$980K
Vacancy Rate
2.1%
32 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.8%
Yield (House)
3.2%
Auction Clearance
72%
Population
12,800
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$720,000
Stamp Duty
$26,930
1st Year Total
$56,192
House
Purchase Price
$1,350,000
Stamp Duty
$56,660
1st Year Total
$93,762
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$980,000
Stamp Duty
$38,630
1st Year Total
$69,560
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Community Profile
Median Income
$78,000
Median Age
36
Family Households
58%
Owner-Occupied
62%
Walkability
75/100
Public Transport
8/10
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