True Cost of Buying in Collaroy

2097 NSW · 22km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Collaroy, a picturesque suburb in New South Wales, offers a unique blend of lifestyle, market position, and investment outlook. With a median house price of $2,450,000 and a median unit price of $1,050,000, Collaroy is an affluent area that attracts high-income earners, with a median income of $95,000. The suburb's population of 4,200 residents enjoys a relatively high walkability score of 75.0, indicating easy access to local amenities and services. The schools rating of 8.0 and safety rating of 8.0 further enhance the appeal of Collaroy as a desirable place to live. From an investment perspective, Collaroy's distance to the CBD of 22.0 km may be a consideration, but the suburb's investment score of 78.0 and growth potential of 82.0 suggest a strong outlook for property values. The rental yield for houses is 2.8%, and the vacancy rate is a low 1.8%, indicating a competitive rental market. Overall, Collaroy presents an attractive opportunity for investors and homeowners seeking a high-quality lifestyle in a desirable location.

High median income of $95,000, indicating a strong and affluent communityExcellent schools rating of 8.0, making it an attractive option for familiesHigh safety rating of 8.0, providing residents with a secure environmentStrong investment score of 78.0, suggesting a stable and growing property marketHigh growth potential of 82.0, indicating a promising outlook for property values

Market Snapshot

Median House

$2.5M

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$1.1M

+9.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$1.6M

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

28 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

2.8%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$6,351/mo

Purchase Price

$1,050,000

Stamp Duty

$41,780

1st Year Total

$76,208

House

$13,835/mo

Purchase Price

$2,450,000

Stamp Duty

$117,160

1st Year Total

$166,018

Townhouse

$9,185/mo

Purchase Price

$1,650,000

Stamp Duty

$73,160

1st Year Total

$110,216

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Community Profile

Median Income

$95,000

Median Age

44

Family Households

58%

Owner-Occupied

68%

Walkability

75/100

Public Transport

7/10

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