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

The median apartment in Heathcote is $680,000. Including stamp duty ($25,130), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $53,756, or $4,480/month.

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

The median house in Heathcote is $1,150,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($46,280), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $80,630.

What is the vacancy rate in Heathcote?

Heathcote currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Heathcote

2233 NSW · 36km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Heathcote, NSW 2233 is a well-established family-oriented suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located 36km south of Sydney CBD. The suburb is distinguished by its proximity to the Royal National Park, offering residents exceptional access to bushwalking trails and natural recreation areas. Heathcote Railway Station on the Illawarra Line provides direct transport links to Sydney, making it attractive to commuters seeking a leafy suburban lifestyle with city connectivity. The area features a mix of housing types on generally larger blocks with established gardens, appealing to families who value space and community atmosphere. The suburb benefits from strong local amenities including Heathcote Public School, nearby shopping in Engadine and Sutherland, and active community groups and sporting clubs. Property values reflect the area's desirability within the Shire, with the market influenced by transport accessibility and the unique lifestyle benefits of national park proximity. The demographic profile shows a stable, predominantly family-focused community with good educational outcomes and employment levels. Infrastructure is well-developed with NBN connectivity, regular bus services, and proximity to the Princes Highway for road access.

Direct train access to Sydney CBD via Illawarra LineAdjacent to Royal National Park with extensive recreation opportunitiesStrong family-oriented community with active local groupsEstablished suburb with mature gardens and larger block sizesPart of desirable Sutherland Shire with stable demographics

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.1M

+6.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$680K

+5.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$920K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

3,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,480/mo

Purchase Price

$680,000

Stamp Duty

$25,130

1st Year Total

$53,756

House

$6,719/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$80,630

Townhouse

$5,494/mo

Purchase Price

$920,000

Stamp Duty

$35,930

1st Year Total

$65,924

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