True Cost of Buying in Huntleys Cove

2110 NSW · 12km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Huntleys Cove is an exclusive harbourside suburb in Sydney's Lower North Shore, renowned for its premium waterfront properties and boat access lifestyle. With a population of approximately 850 residents, this tightly-held enclave offers some of Sydney's most prestigious addresses, featuring heritage homes and modern waterfront estates with private jetties. The suburb attracts affluent families and professionals seeking privacy and harbour proximity, just 12km from Sydney CBD. Limited housing stock and strict development controls maintain the area's exclusive character, while residents enjoy access to quality schools, Lane Cove National Park, and established sailing facilities. The community is well-educated and family-oriented, with high household incomes reflecting the premium nature of the location. Property values are consistently strong due to scarcity and desirability, though limited public transport requires car dependency. The suburb benefits from proximity to Lane Cove and Chatswood for shopping and amenities, while maintaining its quiet residential character. Investment appeal remains high due to harbour frontage, limited supply, and consistent capital growth, making it attractive to both owner-occupiers and investors seeking blue-chip real estate opportunities.

Exclusive harbourside location with private jetties and boat accessPremium property market with consistent capital growthHigh-quality demographic with affluent, educated residentsProximity to Lane Cove National Park and recreational facilitiesLimited housing stock maintaining exclusivity and value

Market Snapshot

Median House

$4.8M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$2.1M

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

—

Vacancy Rate

1.2%

42 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

3.2%

Yield (House)

2.4%

Auction Clearance

78%

Population

850

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$11,661/mo

Purchase Price

$2,100,000

Stamp Duty

$97,910

1st Year Total

$139,928

House

$26,970/mo

Purchase Price

$4,850,000

Stamp Duty

$339,500

1st Year Total

$323,638

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Community Profile

Median Income

$165,000

Median Age

47

Family Households

68%

Owner-Occupied

72%

Walkability

45/100

Public Transport

4/10

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