True Cost of Buying in Cammeray

2062 NSW · 5km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Cammeray is a prestigious harbourside suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located just 5km north of the CBD. This affluent residential enclave is characterized by a mix of heritage Federation homes, modern apartments, and townhouses, attracting young professionals and established families. The suburb boasts excellent amenities including the well-regarded Cammeray Public School, proximity to elite North Shore secondary schools, and the notable Cammeray Golf Club. With strong cafe culture along Miller Street, easy access to harbour foreshores, and multiple parks including Cammeray Park and Anderson Park, it offers an enviable lifestyle. The property market commands premium prices due to limited land supply and consistent demand from professionals seeking proximity to the CBD. Excellent transport links via bus services to the CBD and Chatswood, plus walking distance to North Sydney station, make it highly desirable. The community is predominantly Australian-born with significant English and Chinese heritage, featuring high median incomes and tertiary education levels. Strong rental demand and low vacancy rates reflect the suburb's desirability and investment appeal.

Premium Lower North Shore location with harbour proximityExcellent transport connectivity to CBD and major centersHigh-quality local amenities including golf club and parksStrong educational offerings and proximity to elite schoolsStable property market with consistent capital growth

Market Snapshot

Median House

$2.1M

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$1.2M

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.6M

Vacancy Rate

1.2%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

3,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$7,110/mo

Purchase Price

$1,200,000

Stamp Duty

$48,530

1st Year Total

$85,316

House

$11,919/mo

Purchase Price

$2,100,000

Stamp Duty

$97,910

1st Year Total

$143,028

Townhouse

$9,185/mo

Purchase Price

$1,650,000

Stamp Duty

$73,160

1st Year Total

$110,216

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Community Profile

Median Income

$95,000

Median Age

38

Family Households

58%

Owner-Occupied

68%

Walkability

78/100

Public Transport

8/10

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