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

The median apartment in Nowra is $485,000. Including stamp duty ($16,355), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $41,924, or $3,494/month.

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

The median house in Nowra is $650,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($23,780), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $47,794.

What is the vacancy rate in Nowra?

Nowra currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 42 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Nowra

2541 NSW · 162km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Nowra is the largest town in NSW's Shoalhaven region, serving as the administrative center for Shoalhaven City Council. Located approximately 160km south of Sydney, this regional hub offers an attractive lifestyle balance with proximity to pristine beaches, national parks, and the Shoalhaven River. The town has experienced steady population growth driven by sea-change buyers, retirees, and families seeking affordable housing alternatives to metropolitan areas. Nowra's economy is supported by government services, healthcare, education, and tourism, with Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital being a major employer. The property market remains significantly more affordable than Sydney, with strong rental demand due to limited supply and regional growth. Infrastructure includes the Princes Highway providing north-south connectivity, though public transport options are limited. The area benefits from quality educational facilities including Nowra High School, recreational amenities, and the annual Nowra Show. While offering excellent lifestyle opportunities and natural beauty, the town faces challenges with limited employment diversity and transport connectivity to major metropolitan centers.

Significantly more affordable than Sydney metropolitan areasStrong proximity to beaches, national parks and natural attractionsRegional administrative center with stable government employmentQuality healthcare facilities including major regional hospitalGrowing population with steady demographic trends

Market Snapshot

Median House

$650K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$485K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$580K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

42 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.8%

Yield (House)

5.0%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

37,000

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,494/mo

Purchase Price

$485,000

Stamp Duty

$16,355

1st Year Total

$41,924

House

$3,983/mo

Purchase Price

$650,000

Stamp Duty

$23,780

1st Year Total

$47,794

Townhouse

$3,775/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$45,296

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