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

The median apartment in Kurrajong 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 Kurrajong?

The median house in Kurrajong 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 Kurrajong?

Kurrajong currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 38 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Kurrajong

2758 NSW · 75km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Kurrajong is a picturesque rural locality in the Hawkesbury region, approximately 75km northwest of Sydney CBD. This semi-rural community attracts families and professionals seeking a lifestyle change while maintaining reasonable commuting distance to Sydney via the Bells Line of Road. The area is characterized by larger rural blocks, acreage properties, and a strong sense of community spirit. Property values have shown steady growth over recent years, driven by Sydney's urban sprawl and demand for rural lifestyle properties. The suburb offers limited local amenities, requiring residents to travel to Richmond or Windsor for major shopping and services. Kurrajong is popular for agritourism and attracts weekend visitors from Sydney. The community benefits from good school facilities, active local groups, and Rural Fire Service coverage. Infrastructure includes NBN coverage and adequate utilities, though public transport is limited, making car ownership essential. The area appeals to owner-occupiers seeking larger properties, families wanting rural lifestyle benefits, and investors targeting the lifestyle property market.

Strong community spirit with active local groupsAttractive rural lifestyle within commuting distance of SydneySteady property price growth over past 5 yearsLarger rural blocks and acreage propertiesGood primary education facilities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.1M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

—

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

38 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

3,200

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

$6,719/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$80,630

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