True Cost of Buying in Old Toongabbie

2146 NSW · 32km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Old Toongabbie is a well-established Western Sydney suburb in the Blacktown Local Government Area, offering excellent value for families and first-home buyers. Located 32km from Sydney CBD, the suburb benefits from strong transport connectivity via Toongabbie Railway Station and regular bus services to Parramatta. The area features a diverse multicultural community with significant South Asian and Middle Eastern populations, creating a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Housing predominantly consists of detached homes on generous blocks, with some townhouses and units providing variety. The suburb offers excellent access to parks along Toongabbie Creek, quality schools, and shopping precincts in nearby Parramatta and Castle Hill. Property markets have shown steady growth driven by Western Sydney infrastructure investments and strong rental demand. The community is family-oriented with active multicultural associations and well-maintained recreational facilities. Future growth prospects are enhanced by planned transport improvements linked to Western Sydney Airport development and ongoing urban renewal projects in the broader region.

Excellent transport connectivity with train station and bus servicesAffordable housing options compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong multicultural community with diverse cultural amenitiesClose proximity to Toongabbie Creek parklands and recreational facilitiesGood access to quality schools and educational facilities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$920K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$780K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

35 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.5%

Yield (House)

3.8%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,500

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

$5,460/mo

Purchase Price

$920,000

Stamp Duty

$35,930

1st Year Total

$65,524

Townhouse

$4,786/mo

Purchase Price

$780,000

Stamp Duty

$29,630

1st Year Total

$57,428

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Community Profile

Median Income

$78,000

Median Age

35

Family Households

62%

Owner-Occupied

58%

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

8/10

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