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

The median apartment in Marsfield 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 Marsfield?

The median house in Marsfield is $1,850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($84,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $126,610.

What is the vacancy rate in Marsfield?

Marsfield currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Marsfield

2122 NSW · 17km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Marsfield is a prestigious suburb located 17km northwest of Sydney CBD, renowned for hosting Macquarie University and offering an exceptional blend of education, convenience, and family-friendly living. The area attracts a diverse, highly educated population including university staff, professionals, and families seeking quality education options. With excellent transport links including the nearby Macquarie University Metro Station and M2 Motorway access, residents enjoy seamless connectivity to Sydney's business districts. The suburb features premium housing stock dominated by detached homes, complemented by modern apartments and townhouses. Marsfield's proximity to Macquarie Centre provides world-class shopping and dining, while numerous parks and recreational facilities support an active lifestyle. The strong multicultural community, particularly with significant Asian Australian representation, creates a vibrant cultural environment. Property values remain resilient due to limited housing stock, university proximity, and the thriving Macquarie Park business district. The area continues to benefit from ongoing infrastructure development and the knowledge economy growth in the broader Macquarie Park precinct, making it highly attractive for both owner-occupiers and investors seeking long-term capital growth potential.

Home to Macquarie University, Australia's leading innovation universityExcellent transport connectivity via Metro and M2 MotorwayPremium suburb with strong property value resilienceProximity to Macquarie Centre and business districtsHigh-quality schools and educational facilities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.9M

+4.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$780K

+3.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.3M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

78%

Population

8,500

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

$10,551/mo

Purchase Price

$1,850,000

Stamp Duty

$84,160

1st Year Total

$126,610

Townhouse

$7,163/mo

Purchase Price

$1,250,000

Stamp Duty

$51,160

1st Year Total

$85,952

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