True Cost of Buying in Waterloo
2017 NSW · 4km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Waterloo is an inner-city suburb located just 4km south of Sydney CBD, experiencing significant urban transformation through large-scale redevelopment projects. Once an industrial area with substantial public housing, it's evolving into a modern mixed-use precinct with new apartment developments, retail spaces, and improved infrastructure. The suburb benefits from excellent transport connectivity via Green Square Station and multiple bus routes, making it highly attractive to young professionals and investors. With major developments like the Waterloo Metro Quarter and ongoing urban renewal, property values have shown strong growth momentum. The area offers a blend of heritage character and contemporary living, with proximity to parks, cafes, and cultural venues. While gentrification presents challenges for existing residents, it creates substantial opportunities for property investors seeking capital growth in an established inner-city location.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$1.4M
+12.5% 1yr
Median Apartment
$785K
+10.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$1.1M
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
28 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.1%
Yield (House)
3.2%
Auction Clearance
78%
Population
12,500
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$785,000
Stamp Duty
$29,855
1st Year Total
$60,128
House
Purchase Price
$1,450,000
Stamp Duty
$62,160
1st Year Total
$100,334
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$1,150,000
Stamp Duty
$46,280
1st Year Total
$79,880
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Community Profile
Median Income
$78,000
Median Age
32
Family Households
42%
Owner-Occupied
48%
Walkability
82/100
Public Transport
9/10
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