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

The median apartment in Elderslie is $580,000. Including stamp duty ($20,630), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $47,696, or $3,975/month.

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

The median house in Elderslie is $850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($32,780), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $60,926.

What is the vacancy rate in Elderslie?

Elderslie currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 30 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Elderslie

2570 NSW · 60km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Elderslie is a rapidly growing suburb in the Camden Local Government Area, located in Sydney's southwest corridor approximately 60km from the CBD. This master-planned community has experienced significant population growth driven by new housing estates and family-oriented developments. The suburb offers excellent connectivity via Elderslie railway station on the T8 Airport & South Line, providing direct access to Sydney CBD. Predominantly featuring detached houses with some townhouse developments, Elderslie attracts first home buyers and young families seeking affordability without sacrificing accessibility. The community benefits from quality educational facilities including Elderslie High School, numerous parks and recreational amenities, and proximity to Camden town center and Narellan Town Centre for shopping. With ongoing infrastructure improvements, planned road upgrades, and the future Western Sydney Airport enhancing regional connectivity, Elderslie represents strong growth potential in Sydney's expanding southwest corridor.

Direct rail connection to Sydney CBD via T8 lineStrong population growth and new housing developmentsFamily-friendly community with excellent schools and recreational facilitiesAffordable housing options compared to inner SydneyProximity to major shopping centers and Camden town center

Market Snapshot

Median House

$850K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$580K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$720K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

30 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

3.5%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,975/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$47,696

House

$5,077/mo

Purchase Price

$850,000

Stamp Duty

$32,780

1st Year Total

$60,926

Townhouse

$4,483/mo

Purchase Price

$720,000

Stamp Duty

$26,930

1st Year Total

$53,792

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