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

The median apartment in Lansdowne is $580,000. Including stamp duty ($20,630), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $47,696, or $3,975/month.

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

The median house in Lansdowne is $850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($32,780), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $60,926.

What is the vacancy rate in Lansdowne?

Lansdowne currently has a vacancy rate of 2.1%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Lansdowne

2163 NSW · 28km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Lansdowne, NSW 2163 is a small, multicultural suburb in southwestern Sydney within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area. This family-oriented community offers affordable housing options compared to inner Sydney, making it particularly attractive to first home buyers and young families. The suburb features a diverse population with significant representation from Middle Eastern, Asian, and European backgrounds, contributing to a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. Lansdowne benefits from close proximity to Bankstown CBD and its extensive shopping and business facilities, while maintaining a quieter residential character. The area is well-connected by bus services to Bankstown railway station, providing convenient access to Sydney CBD. Local amenities include Lansdowne Reserve and other recreational areas, a growing cafe and restaurant scene reflecting the community's diversity, and access to quality medical services including nearby Bankstown Hospital. The housing market shows steady growth with a mix of detached houses, townhouses, and unit developments. Infrastructure investments in Western Sydney and planned transport improvements position Lansdowne for continued development and growth, making it an emerging area with strong fundamentals for both owner-occupiers and investors seeking affordable entry points into the Sydney market.

Affordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong multicultural community with diverse dining and cultural offeringsClose proximity to Bankstown CBD and major shopping facilitiesWell-connected public transport to Sydney CBD via Bankstown stationFamily-friendly environment with parks and recreational facilities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$850K

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$580K

+6.5% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$720K

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

3,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,975/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$47,696

House

$5,077/mo

Purchase Price

$850,000

Stamp Duty

$32,780

1st Year Total

$60,926

Townhouse

$4,483/mo

Purchase Price

$720,000

Stamp Duty

$26,930

1st Year Total

$53,792

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