True Cost of Buying in Rooty Hill

2766 NSW · 45km to CBD

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A decision, not just a search · Rooty Hill

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Market Intelligence

Rooty Hill is a culturally diverse suburb in Western Sydney, approximately 45km from the CBD, offering affordable housing options for families and first-home buyers. Part of the Blacktown Local Government Area, the suburb features excellent transport connectivity via Rooty Hill Railway Station on the T1 Western Line and major road networks including the Great Western Highway and M7 Motorway. The community is characterized by significant South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Pacific Islander populations, creating a vibrant multicultural environment with diverse dining and cultural offerings. Key amenities include the popular Rooty Hill RSL Club, multiple parks and recreational facilities, and proximity to Eastern Creek Raceway and Sydney Motorsport Park. The property market remains competitive with steady growth, offering a mix of detached houses, townhouses, and apartments that appeal to growing families and investors seeking good rental yields. Future development opportunities include proximity to the planned Western Sydney Airport and ongoing transport infrastructure improvements, positioning Rooty Hill as an increasingly attractive location for both residents and investors seeking value in Sydney's expanding western corridor.

Excellent transport connectivity with direct train access to Sydney CBDAffordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong multicultural community with diverse amenitiesMajor entertainment and recreational facilities including RSL Club and motorsport venuesProximity to future Western Sydney Airport development

Market Snapshot

Median House

$785K

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$485K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$625K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

18,500

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

$4,721/mo

Purchase Price

$785,000

Stamp Duty

$29,855

1st Year Total

$56,653

Townhouse

$4,002/mo

Purchase Price

$625,000

Stamp Duty

$22,655

1st Year Total

$48,020

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Community Profile

Median Income

$68,000

Median Age

34

Family Households

58%

Owner-Occupied

62%

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

7/10

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