True Cost of Buying in Penshurst

2222 NSW · 18km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Penshurst is a well-established suburb in Sydney's St George region, approximately 18km south of the CBD. Known for its multicultural community with significant Asian populations, the suburb offers excellent transport connectivity via Penshurst railway station on the T4 line, providing direct access to the city in around 35 minutes. The area features a diverse housing mix including apartments, townhouses and detached homes, making it attractive to first home buyers, young families and investors seeking affordability without sacrificing accessibility. With median house prices around $1.3 million and units at $650,000, Penshurst represents good value compared to inner Sydney suburbs while maintaining strong growth potential. The suburb benefits from proximity to major shopping precincts in Mortdale and Hurstville, quality local amenities including parks and recreational facilities, and a strong sense of community through local sporting clubs and community groups. Recent infrastructure improvements and ongoing development in surrounding areas position Penshurst well for continued growth, particularly appealing to those seeking a family-friendly environment with excellent transport links and cultural diversity.

Excellent transport connectivity with direct rail access to Sydney CBDAffordable housing options compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong multicultural community with diverse dining and cultural offeringsClose proximity to major shopping and entertainment precinctsGood mix of housing types catering to various buyer segments

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.3M

+9.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$650K

+7.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$950K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.1%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

12,500

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

$7,650/mo

Purchase Price

$1,320,000

Stamp Duty

$55,010

1st Year Total

$91,800

Townhouse

$5,646/mo

Purchase Price

$950,000

Stamp Duty

$37,280

1st Year Total

$67,748

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Community Profile

Median Income

$82,000

Median Age

36

Family Households

64%

Owner-Occupied

58%

Walkability

72/100

Public Transport

8/10

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