What is the true cost of buying an apartment in Croydon?

The median apartment in Croydon is $750,000. Including stamp duty ($28,280), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $58,004, or $4,834/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in Croydon?

The median house in Croydon is $1,450,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($62,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $100,334.

What is the vacancy rate in Croydon?

Croydon currently has a vacancy rate of 1.5%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Croydon

2132 NSW · 12km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Croydon, NSW 2132 is an established Inner West suburb located approximately 12km from Sydney's CBD, offering excellent value for money in Sydney's competitive property market. The suburb is characterized by its strong multicultural community, particularly Italian, Greek, and Lebanese populations, creating a vibrant cultural landscape with diverse dining and community offerings. The area features a mix of Federation-era homes, modern apartments, and townhouses, making it attractive to first home buyers, young families, and investors seeking affordable entry into the Inner West market. With a population of around 12,500 residents and a median age of 37, Croydon maintains a family-friendly atmosphere while attracting young professionals drawn to its proximity to major employment hubs. The suburb benefits from excellent connectivity via nearby Ashfield and Burwood train stations, both within 2km, and comprehensive bus networks. Croydon Park serves as the recreational heart of the community, while the suburb's position between major shopping precincts in Ashfield and Burwood provides residents with extensive retail and dining options. The local property market has demonstrated steady growth over recent years, with low vacancy rates of 1-2% indicating strong rental demand.

Excellent value for money in the Inner West marketStrong multicultural community with established cultural amenitiesProximity to major transport hubs and CBD connectivityLow rental vacancy rates indicating strong investment demandFamily-friendly environment with quality schools and parks

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.4M

+7.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$750K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.1M

Vacancy Rate

1.5%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.8%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

12,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,834/mo

Purchase Price

$750,000

Stamp Duty

$28,280

1st Year Total

$58,004

House

$8,361/mo

Purchase Price

$1,450,000

Stamp Duty

$62,160

1st Year Total

$100,334

Townhouse

$6,657/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$79,880

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