True Cost of Buying in Peakhurst Heights

2210 NSW · 23km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Peakhurst Heights is a well-established, family-oriented residential suburb in the Georges River Council area, approximately 23km south of Sydney CBD. The suburb is characterized by predominantly detached homes on generous blocks, attracting middle-income families and established households seeking affordable housing options in a quiet, community-focused environment. With close proximity to the Georges River and quality recreational facilities, residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with access to parks, sporting clubs, and well-regarded local schools. The area features a strong multicultural community with significant Lebanese, Greek, and Italian heritage populations. While the suburb lacks direct rail access, it benefits from good bus connectivity to major transport hubs and maintains excellent road access to arterials. The property market has shown steady growth aligned with broader Sydney trends, with the suburb offering more affordable housing compared to inner Sydney areas. Strong community amenities, low crime rates, and family-friendly infrastructure make it particularly attractive to first-home buyers and families seeking value in an established neighborhood.

Affordable housing options compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong family-oriented community with established neighborhoodsClose proximity to Georges River with excellent recreational opportunitiesQuality local schools and educational facilitiesLow population density providing spacious living environment

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.3M

+5.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$710K

+4.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$980K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

2,850

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,632/mo

Purchase Price

$710,000

Stamp Duty

$26,480

1st Year Total

$55,580

House

$7,430/mo

Purchase Price

$1,280,000

Stamp Duty

$52,810

1st Year Total

$89,164

Townhouse

$5,797/mo

Purchase Price

$980,000

Stamp Duty

$38,630

1st Year Total

$69,560

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Community Profile

Median Income

$82,000

Median Age

42

Family Households

58%

Owner-Occupied

68%

Walkability

45/100

Public Transport

5/10

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