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

The median apartment in Kurmond is $650,000. Including stamp duty ($23,780), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $51,944, or $4,329/month.

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

The median house in Kurmond 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 Kurmond?

Kurmond currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 45 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Kurmond

2757 NSW · 65km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Kurmond is a rural residential locality in NSW's Hawkesbury region, approximately 65km northwest of Sydney CBD. This small agricultural community has evolved into a sought-after lifestyle destination for families seeking acreage properties within commuting distance of Sydney. The area is characterized by large residential blocks typically ranging from 1-5+ acres, creating a semi-rural atmosphere with strong equestrian and agricultural heritage. Property values have shown steady growth driven by limited housing stock and increasing demand for lifestyle properties post-COVID. The community relies heavily on private vehicle transport with no public transport services, requiring residents to travel to nearby Richmond or Windsor for major amenities and services. While infrastructure is limited, the area offers excellent privacy, space, and a peaceful rural lifestyle. The demographic profile consists primarily of established families and professionals seeking a tree-change lifestyle while maintaining employment connections to Sydney. Investment potential remains strong due to land scarcity and ongoing urban sprawl pressures, though buyers should expect premium pricing for quality acreage properties.

Large acreage blocks offering privacy and spaceStrong equestrian and agricultural communityLimited housing stock creating competitive market conditionsGrowing demand for rural lifestyle propertiesProximity to Sydney CBD within 1-2 hours

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.4M

+7.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+5.5% 1yr

Median Townhouse

—

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

45 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.8%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

850

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,329/mo

Purchase Price

$650,000

Stamp Duty

$23,780

1st Year Total

$51,944

House

$8,361/mo

Purchase Price

$1,450,000

Stamp Duty

$62,160

1st Year Total

$100,334

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