True Cost of Buying in Castlecrag
2068 NSW · 8km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Castlecrag is one of Sydney's most prestigious and unique suburbs, located on the Lower North Shore and renowned for its heritage-listed Walter Burley Griffin architecture. This affluent enclave features predominantly detached houses with distinctive architectural elements, many dating from Griffin's garden city vision in the 1920s. The suburb attracts high-income professionals and families drawn to its heritage character, excellent schools, and premium location just 8km from Sydney CBD. With strict heritage overlays protecting its unique character, Castlecrag offers limited housing stock, contributing to strong property values and capital growth. The community is highly educated and environmentally conscious, with strong preservation groups maintaining the suburb's garden city principles. Residents enjoy excellent amenities including Castlecrag Marina, multiple parks and reserves, and quality local schools, while benefiting from proximity to Chatswood's major retail and transport hub.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$3.9M
+8.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$1.3M
+6.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
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Vacancy Rate
1.2%
28 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.2%
Yield (House)
2.8%
Auction Clearance
78%
Population
3,200
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$1,250,000
Stamp Duty
$51,160
1st Year Total
$88,352
House
Purchase Price
$3,850,000
Stamp Duty
$269,500
1st Year Total
$257,966
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Community Profile
Median Income
$145,000
Median Age
45
Family Households
68%
Owner-Occupied
82%
Walkability
72/100
Public Transport
6/10
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