True Cost of Buying in Liberty Grove
2138 NSW · 12km to CBD
A decision, not just a search · Liberty Grove
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Market Intelligence
Liberty Grove 2138 is an established inner-west Sydney pocket that combines convenience, liveability and strong long-term appeal. Located just 12km from the Sydney CBD, it attracts buyers and renters who want a well-connected urban lifestyle without the premium pricing of the absolute inner city. The suburb’s walkability score of 78/100 reflects good access to everyday amenities, local parks and transport links, while its safety rating of 8/10 adds to its appeal for families, professionals and downsizers. With a population of around 4,200, Liberty Grove has a relatively contained, community-oriented feel that supports stable demand rather than speculative volatility. The median house price of $2,100,000 positions it firmly in the premium family-home market, while the median unit price of $850,000 offers a more accessible entry point for first-home buyers, investors and owner-occupiers seeking lower-maintenance living. Median household income of $95,000 suggests a solid local purchasing base, and the schools rating of 7/10 provides further support for family demand. From an investment perspective, the suburb scores well with an investment score of 78/100 and growth potential of 82/100, indicating favourable medium- to long-term fundamentals. A low vacancy rate of 1.8% points to healthy rental demand and limited oversupply, which is especially important in a tightly held Sydney market. The house rental yield of 3.2% is modest by national standards but typical for a blue-chip metropolitan location where capital growth tends to be the primary return driver. Overall, Liberty Grove presents as a quality Sydney address with strong lifestyle credentials, resilient buyer demand and sound prospects for capital appreciation, particularly for investors willing to prioritise growth and tenant quality over high immediate yield.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$2.1M
+4.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$850K
+3.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$1.6M
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
32 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.1%
Yield (House)
3.2%
Auction Clearance
72%
Population
4,200
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$850,000
Stamp Duty
$32,780
1st Year Total
$64,076
House
Purchase Price
$2,100,000
Stamp Duty
$97,910
1st Year Total
$143,028
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$1,650,000
Stamp Duty
$73,160
1st Year Total
$110,216
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Community Profile
Median Income
$95,000
Median Age
36
Family Households
58%
Owner-Occupied
62%
Walkability
78/100
Public Transport
7/10
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