True Cost of Buying in Centennial Park
2021 NSW · 5km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Centennial Park is an exclusive, small residential suburb in Sydney's prestigious Eastern Suburbs, renowned for its proximity to the iconic 220-hectare Centennial Parklands. This affluent enclave attracts high-income professionals and families seeking a premium lifestyle with unparalleled access to recreational facilities, world-class sporting venues, and vibrant cultural amenities. The suburb features limited housing stock, predominantly comprising luxury apartments, heritage townhouses, and select prestige homes, contributing to its exclusivity and strong capital growth potential. Residents enjoy exceptional connectivity to Bondi Junction's transport hub, premium shopping precincts, and Eastern Suburbs beaches within minutes. The area's strategic location offers the perfect balance of urban sophistication and natural beauty, with direct access to Moore Park sporting facilities including the SCG and Allianz Stadium. The community benefits from excellent infrastructure, cycling paths, and a thriving café culture along Oxford Street and Alison Road, making it one of Sydney's most desirable residential addresses for discerning buyers and investors.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$4.2M
+12.5% 1yr
Median Apartment
$1.9M
+10.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
$3.2M
Vacancy Rate
1.2%
28 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
4.1%
Yield (House)
3.2%
Auction Clearance
78%
Population
1,200
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$1,850,000
Stamp Duty
$84,160
1st Year Total
$124,760
House
Purchase Price
$4,200,000
Stamp Duty
$294,000
1st Year Total
$280,944
Townhouse
Purchase Price
$3,200,000
Stamp Duty
$158,410
1st Year Total
$204,272
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Community Profile
Median Income
$165,000
Median Age
38
Family Households
45%
Owner-Occupied
65%
Walkability
85/100
Public Transport
8/10
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