What is the true cost of buying an apartment in St Leonards?

The median apartment in St Leonards is $1,150,000. Including stamp duty ($46,280), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $82,280, or $6,857/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in St Leonards?

The median house in St Leonards is $2,850,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($139,160), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $192,282.

What is the vacancy rate in St Leonards?

St Leonards currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in St Leonards

2065 NSW · 8km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

St Leonards is a dynamic high-density suburb on Sydney's prestigious Lower North Shore, positioned as a major commercial and residential hub just 9km from the CBD. With a population of 12,500, the area has undergone significant urban transformation, featuring predominantly apartment living (82%) that attracts young professionals and families seeking proximity to Sydney's business districts. The suburb boasts excellent transport connectivity via St Leonards Station and upcoming Metro improvements, while maintaining strong employment opportunities with Royal North Shore Hospital and various commercial developments. Property values reflect its premium location with median house prices at $2.85 million and units at $925,000, supported by solid rental yields and consistent growth. The community benefits from quality healthcare, diverse dining options, and access to both urban amenities and natural recreation areas like Lane Cove National Park.

Exceptional transport connectivity with direct CBD rail access and future Metro enhancementsMajor employment hub anchored by Royal North Shore Hospital and commercial developmentsHigh-quality urban amenities including shopping centers, dining, and healthcare facilitiesStrong property market fundamentals with consistent growth and solid rental yieldsStrategic Lower North Shore location offering prestige and convenience

Market Snapshot

Median House

$2.9M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$1.1M

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.8M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

2.8%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$6,857/mo

Purchase Price

$1,150,000

Stamp Duty

$46,280

1st Year Total

$82,280

House

$16,024/mo

Purchase Price

$2,850,000

Stamp Duty

$139,160

1st Year Total

$192,282

Townhouse

$9,691/mo

Purchase Price

$1,750,000

Stamp Duty

$78,660

1st Year Total

$116,288

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