What is the true cost of buying an apartment in Brighton-Le-Sands?

The median apartment in Brighton-Le-Sands is $685,000. Including stamp duty ($25,355), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $54,068, or $4,506/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in Brighton-Le-Sands?

The median house in Brighton-Le-Sands is $1,180,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($47,630), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $82,604.

What is the vacancy rate in Brighton-Le-Sands?

Brighton-Le-Sands currently has a vacancy rate of 2.1%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Brighton-Le-Sands

2216 NSW · 16km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Brighton-Le-Sands is a beachside suburb in Sydney's south, offering affordable coastal living with direct access to Botany Bay. Located in the Bayside Council area, it features a diverse multicultural community with strong Greek, Lebanese, and Chinese populations. The Grand Parade serves as the main commercial strip, lined with cafes, restaurants, and specialty food stores reflecting the area's cultural diversity. Property comprises mainly older apartments and units along the beachfront, with some townhouses and detached homes inland. The suburb benefits from proximity to Sydney Airport (8-10km) and good bus connectivity to train stations at Rockdale and Kogarah. While lacking direct rail access, the area compensates with beach amenities, foreshore parks, and a strong community atmosphere. The market attracts first home buyers and investors seeking beachside proximity at more affordable prices than eastern beaches, though aircraft noise can be a consideration for some properties.

Direct beachfront access to Botany Bay with swimming beach and recreational facilitiesMore affordable beachside living compared to eastern suburbs beachesStrong multicultural dining scene with authentic Greek, Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisineClose proximity to Sydney Airport providing excellent domestic and international connectivityWell-established community with local festivals, markets and strong neighborhood feel

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.2M

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$685K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$920K

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,506/mo

Purchase Price

$685,000

Stamp Duty

$25,355

1st Year Total

$54,068

House

$6,884/mo

Purchase Price

$1,180,000

Stamp Duty

$47,630

1st Year Total

$82,604

Townhouse

$5,494/mo

Purchase Price

$920,000

Stamp Duty

$35,930

1st Year Total

$65,924

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