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

The median apartment in Nelson 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 Nelson?

The median house in Nelson 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 Nelson?

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

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True Cost of Buying in Nelson

2765 NSW · 42km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Nelson, NSW 2765 is an emerging residential suburb in the Blacktown Local Government Area, positioned in Sydney's rapidly growing northwest corridor. This small but strategically located suburb benefits from proximity to major transport infrastructure including the Sydney Metro Northwest line and arterial road connections to the M2 and M7 motorways. The area is characterized by modern housing developments, including a mix of house and land packages and established homes, attracting primarily families and young professionals seeking affordable entry points into the Sydney market. With Rouse Hill Town Centre nearby providing comprehensive shopping and dining options, residents enjoy access to quality amenities while maintaining a quieter suburban lifestyle. The suburb's development is part of the broader Northwest Growth Area, benefiting from ongoing infrastructure investment and urban planning initiatives. Property values are influenced by transport accessibility and the area's appeal to first home buyers and investors seeking growth potential. While local commercial amenities within Nelson itself are limited, the suburb's strategic position provides easy access to employment centers and major facilities throughout Greater Western Sydney and the broader metropolitan area.

Strategic location with excellent transport connectivityProximity to Sydney Metro Northwest lineAccess to Rouse Hill Town Centre for comprehensive amenitiesModern housing developments and infrastructureStrong appeal to first home buyers

Market Snapshot

Median House

$850K

+4.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+3.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$720K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.8%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

1,200

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

$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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