True Cost of Buying in Allawah
2218 NSW · 18km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Allawah is a well-established residential suburb in Sydney's St George region, located 18km south of the CBD. With a population of 2,850 and median age of 41, it attracts families and professionals seeking affordable housing with excellent transport connectivity. The suburb features a diverse multicultural community with 45% born overseas, predominantly in separate houses (65%) with some units and townhouses. Allawah Station on the T4 line provides direct CBD access in 25-30 minutes, making it popular with commuters. The property market shows strong fundamentals with median house prices at $1.25M and solid growth of 7.2% annually. The area offers good amenities including Allawah Public School, local parks, and proximity to major shopping at Hurstville. With low crime rates, family-friendly atmosphere, and ongoing infrastructure improvements, Allawah represents a solid investment opportunity in Sydney's southern corridor.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$1.3M
+7.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$780K
+6.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$980K
Vacancy Rate
1.5%
38 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.2%
Yield (House)
3.5%
Auction Clearance
68%
Population
2,850
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$780,000
Stamp Duty
$29,630
1st Year Total
$59,828
House
Purchase Price
$1,250,000
Stamp Duty
$51,160
1st Year Total
$87,202
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$980,000
Stamp Duty
$38,630
1st Year Total
$69,560
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Community Profile
Median Income
$78,000
Median Age
41
Family Households
58%
Owner-Occupied
62%
Walkability
65/100
Public Transport
8/10
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