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

The median apartment in Gladesville is $950,000. Including stamp duty ($37,280), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $70,148, or $5,846/month.

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

The median house in Gladesville is $1,850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($84,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $126,610.

What is the vacancy rate in Gladesville?

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

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True Cost of Buying in Gladesville

2111 NSW · 9km to CBD

Rising

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Market Intelligence

Gladesville is a well-established, family-oriented suburb located 9km northwest of Sydney CBD in the City of Ryde. This highly desirable area combines excellent educational facilities, including quality public schools and proximity to selective high schools, with strong community amenities and scenic Parramatta River access. The suburb attracts a diverse mix of established families and young professionals, with a significant multicultural population and high levels of tertiary education. Property markets remain resilient with predominantly established housing stock, including post-war homes and modern developments, while waterfront properties command premium prices. Strong transport links via bus networks and the iconic Gladesville Bridge provide excellent CBD connectivity, though direct rail access is limited. The area benefits from ongoing infrastructure improvements, particularly cycling paths along the river foreshore and planned Victoria Road corridor upgrades. Investment fundamentals remain strong due to limited new supply, consistent demand from families seeking quality schools, and the suburb's established character and convenient location within Sydney's inner-north market.

Excellent proximity to CBD at just 9km with strong transport connectivityHigh-quality educational facilities including well-regarded public schools and selective high school accessEstablished community with strong amenities including shopping village and recreational facilitiesScenic Parramatta River location with premium waterfront properties and parklandsDiverse, well-educated population with strong family demographics

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.9M

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$950K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.4M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$5,846/mo

Purchase Price

$950,000

Stamp Duty

$37,280

1st Year Total

$70,148

House

$10,551/mo

Purchase Price

$1,850,000

Stamp Duty

$84,160

1st Year Total

$126,610

Townhouse

$8,022/mo

Purchase Price

$1,420,000

Stamp Duty

$60,510

1st Year Total

$96,260

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