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

The median apartment in Curl Curl is $1,050,000. Including stamp duty ($41,780), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $76,208, or $6,351/month.

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

The median house in Curl Curl is $1,650,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($73,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $113,466.

What is the vacancy rate in Curl Curl?

Curl Curl currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 28 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Curl Curl

2096 NSW · 18km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Curl Curl is a premium beachside suburb located 18km northeast of Sydney CBD on the Northern Beaches. This predominantly residential area offers direct access to the popular Curl Curl Beach and Lagoon, attracting families, professionals, and retirees seeking a coastal lifestyle. The suburb features a mix of older fibro beach cottages and modern renovated homes, with property values commanding a premium due to the beachside location. The community has a strong surf culture with active surf life saving clubs and local community groups. Residents enjoy excellent recreational amenities including beach access, lagoon swimming, cycling tracks, and proximity to Dee Why and Brookvale shopping centers. The area is well-serviced by bus routes connecting to Manly and Sydney CBD, though parking can be challenging during peak beach periods. With higher than average household incomes and limited development opportunities, Curl Curl maintains its established residential character while showing market resilience despite broader economic pressures.

Direct beachfront access to popular Curl Curl Beach and protected lagoonStrong community atmosphere with active surf clubs and local groupsPremium location with limited supply maintaining property valuesExcellent recreational facilities and coastal lifestyle amenitiesProximity to quality shopping precincts in Dee Why and Brookvale

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.6M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$1.1M

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.4M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

3.0%

Auction Clearance

78%

Population

3,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$6,351/mo

Purchase Price

$1,050,000

Stamp Duty

$41,780

1st Year Total

$76,208

House

$9,456/mo

Purchase Price

$1,650,000

Stamp Duty

$73,160

1st Year Total

$113,466

Townhouse

$7,668/mo

Purchase Price

$1,350,000

Stamp Duty

$56,660

1st Year Total

$92,012

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