True Cost of Buying in Emerton

2770 NSW · 45km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Emerton is an affordable residential suburb located 45km west of Sydney CBD in the City of Blacktown, characterized by significant cultural diversity and a high proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents. The suburb features predominantly unit and apartment living with some detached houses, substantial public housing stock, and serves as an entry point for first home buyers and investors seeking affordable property options. With regular bus connections to Mount Druitt railway station and access to the Great Western Highway, Emerton benefits from reasonable transport links while maintaining lower property prices compared to inner Sydney areas. The community is supported by local amenities including Emerton Shopping Village, several parks, and primary education facilities, though residents often travel to nearby Mount Druitt for additional services and secondary schooling. As part of the broader Western Sydney development corridor, Emerton is positioned to benefit from ongoing infrastructure improvements and regional growth initiatives.

Highly affordable property prices making it accessible for first home buyersStrong cultural diversity and established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communityRegular public transport connections to Mount Druitt station and Western LineAccess to Great Western Highway for road transportLocal amenities including shopping village and recreational parks

Market Snapshot

Median House

$580K

+4.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$385K

+3.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$520K

Vacancy Rate

2.8%

42 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.6%

Yield (House)

4.8%

Auction Clearance

65%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$2,989/mo

Purchase Price

$385,000

Stamp Duty

$11,855

1st Year Total

$35,864

House

$3,600/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$43,196

Townhouse

$3,471/mo

Purchase Price

$520,000

Stamp Duty

$17,930

1st Year Total

$41,648

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Community Profile

Median Income

$48,000

Median Age

32

Family Households

62%

Owner-Occupied

45%

Walkability

58/100

Public Transport

6/10

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