True Cost of Buying in Cammeray
2062 NSW · 5km to CBD
A decision, not just a search · Cammeray
Does the lower estimated monthly cost make a property the better buy?
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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.
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
Purchase Price
$1,200,000
Stamp Duty
$48,530
1st Year Total
$85,316
House
Purchase Price
$2,100,000
Stamp Duty
$97,910
1st Year Total
$143,028
Townhouse
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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