True Cost of Buying in Appin
2560 NSW · 60km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Appin is a rapidly growing semi-rural suburb located 60km southwest of Sydney CBD in the Wollondilly Shire. Originally a small rural town, Appin has experienced significant transformation driven by new master-planned developments attracting families seeking affordable housing with larger land sizes. The suburb offers a unique blend of rural lifestyle and urban convenience, with proximity to natural attractions like Georges River and Dharawal National Park. Property prices remain well below Sydney metropolitan averages, making it attractive to first-home buyers and families. The area features predominantly detached houses on generous blocks, with new estates like Appin Village expanding the housing stock. While amenities are limited locally, residents access major retail and services in nearby Campbelltown and Camden. Transport infrastructure relies heavily on private vehicles via Appin Road to the M31 Hume Highway, with limited public transport options. The community maintains a strong rural character with active sporting clubs and community groups, while benefiting from planned infrastructure improvements to support continued population growth.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$750K
+12.5% 1yr
Median Apartment
$520K
+8.5% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$650K
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
32 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
5.1%
Yield (House)
4.2%
Auction Clearance
68%
Population
8,500
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$520,000
Stamp Duty
$17,930
1st Year Total
$44,048
House
Purchase Price
$750,000
Stamp Duty
$28,280
1st Year Total
$54,354
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$650,000
Stamp Duty
$23,780
1st Year Total
$49,544
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Community Profile
Median Income
$85,000
Median Age
34
Family Households
68%
Owner-Occupied
72%
Walkability
35/100
Public Transport
3/10
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