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

The median apartment in Kingsford is $780,000. Including stamp duty ($29,630), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $59,828, or $4,986/month.

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

The median house in Kingsford is $1,450,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($62,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $100,334.

What is the vacancy rate in Kingsford?

Kingsford currently has a vacancy rate of 2.1%. Properties average 28 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Kingsford

2032 NSW · 7km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Kingsford is a vibrant, diverse suburb located 7km south-east of Sydney CBD, renowned for being home to the University of New South Wales (UNSW) main campus. This proximity creates a dynamic community with a significant student population and young professional demographic. The suburb offers excellent connectivity via Anzac Parade's retail and dining strip, multiple bus routes, and light rail connections to both the CBD and eastern beaches. Property investment is driven by strong rental demand from students and young professionals, with units dominating the housing stock and delivering above-average rental yields. The multicultural community enjoys close access to Centennial Park and Moore Park for recreation, while the international food scene and cafe culture reflect the diverse population. Infrastructure is well-developed with NBN connectivity and ongoing transport improvements planned.

Home to UNSW Sydney creating consistent rental demandExcellent public transport connectivity to CBD and beaches via light rail and busesStrong rental yields above Sydney average due to student accommodation demandVibrant multicultural community with diverse dining and retail optionsClose proximity to Centennial Park and Moore Park recreational facilities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.4M

+3.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$780K

+4.1% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.1M

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

3.8%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

12,800

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,986/mo

Purchase Price

$780,000

Stamp Duty

$29,630

1st Year Total

$59,828

House

$8,361/mo

Purchase Price

$1,450,000

Stamp Duty

$62,160

1st Year Total

$100,334

Townhouse

$6,657/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$79,880

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