True Cost of Buying in Baulkham Hills

2153 NSW

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Market Intelligence

Baulkham Hills is a well-established residential suburb in Sydney's Hills District, approximately 31km northwest of the CBD. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and leafy streets, the suburb offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With a median house price of $1.65 million, Baulkham Hills sits in the premium market segment, attracting affluent families seeking quality education, parks, and community amenities. The area benefits from excellent transport links including the Metro Northwest Line, connecting residents to the city and Macquarie Park business hub. The suburb features a mix of established homes from the 1970s-80s and newer developments, with many properties offering generous block sizes and mature gardens. Shopping is well-catered for with Stockland Baulkham Hills and smaller village centers providing retail and dining options. The demographic profile shows a mature, stable community with median age of 38 and household income of $75,000, indicating strong purchasing power. Low vacancy rates of 1.8% demonstrate consistent rental demand, while the 3.2% rental yield reflects the premium nature of the market. The area's proximity to quality schools, parks, and business districts makes it highly sought-after among professionals and growing families seeking a prestigious Hills District address.

Excellent transport connectivity via Metro Northwest Line to CBD and Macquarie ParkPremium Hills District location with strong community reputationAccess to high-quality public and private schools including Baulkham Hills High SchoolLow vacancy rate of 1.8% indicating strong rental demandMature established suburb with quality infrastructure and amenities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$1.6M

+8.8% 1yr

Median Apartment

$680K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

24 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.5%

Yield (House)

3.2%

Auction Clearance

71%

Population

38,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,480/mo

Purchase Price

$680,000

Stamp Duty

$25,130

1st Year Total

$53,756

House

$9,456/mo

Purchase Price

$1,650,000

Stamp Duty

$73,160

1st Year Total

$113,466

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Community Profile

Median Income

$75,000

Median Age

38

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

68/10

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