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

The median apartment in Picton is $420,000. Including stamp duty ($13,430), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $37,988, or $3,166/month.

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

The median house in Picton is $680,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($25,130), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $49,756.

What is the vacancy rate in Picton?

Picton currently has a vacancy rate of 2.1%. Properties average 45 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Picton

2571 NSW · 80km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Picton, NSW 2571 is a historic township located in Wollondilly Shire, approximately 80km southwest of Sydney CBD. This charming rural service town offers an attractive blend of heritage character, dating back to the 1840s, and modern amenities. The suburb serves as a gateway to the Southern Highlands and provides excellent connectivity to Sydney via the Main Southern Railway line and Hume Highway access. Picton has experienced steady population growth as part of Sydney's outer growth corridor, attracting families and professionals seeking affordable housing options without sacrificing accessibility. The property market offers significantly more affordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbs, with a diverse range of property types including heritage homes, modern family houses, and rural residential blocks. The community benefits from established educational facilities including Picton High School and several primary schools, local shopping centers, medical facilities, and recreational parks. The area's proximity to natural attractions and rural lifestyle benefits, combined with planned infrastructure improvements and the potential impact of Western Sydney Airport development, position Picton as an emerging location for both owner-occupiers and investors seeking value in the Sydney metropolitan fringe.

Excellent transport connectivity with direct train services to Sydney CBD and Hume Highway accessSignificantly more affordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbsRich heritage character and historic charm dating back to the 1840sStrong educational facilities including Picton High School and multiple primary schoolsAccess to natural attractions and rural lifestyle benefits

Market Snapshot

Median House

$680K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$420K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$580K

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

45 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

65%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,166/mo

Purchase Price

$420,000

Stamp Duty

$13,430

1st Year Total

$37,988

House

$4,146/mo

Purchase Price

$680,000

Stamp Duty

$25,130

1st Year Total

$49,756

Townhouse

$3,775/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$45,296

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