What is the true cost of buying an apartment in Darling Point?

The median apartment in Darling Point is $2,650,000. Including stamp duty ($128,160), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $173,300, or $14,442/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in Darling Point?

The median house in Darling Point is $8,500,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($595,000), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $563,372.

What is the vacancy rate in Darling Point?

Darling Point currently has a vacancy rate of 1.2%. Properties average 42 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Darling Point

2027 NSW · 5km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Darling Point is Australia's most prestigious waterfront suburb, consistently ranking as one of the nation's most expensive residential areas. Located on Sydney Harbour with world-class water views, this exclusive enclave attracts high-net-worth individuals, successful professionals, and affluent downsizers. The suburb features predominantly luxury apartments and penthouses, with median apartment prices exceeding $2.5 million and premium waterfront properties commanding $10+ million. With its prime harbourside location, proximity to Double Bay's shopping precinct, and exclusive marina facilities, Darling Point offers an unparalleled lifestyle. The area maintains extremely low population density despite its prime location, with limited housing stock ensuring price stability. Residents typically have access to McKell Park for waterfront recreation, while the suburb's established infrastructure provides excellent connectivity to the CBD via New South Head Road, though public transport options are limited to bus services.

Premium harbourside location with unrivalled Sydney Harbour viewsConsistently ranks among Australia's most expensive and exclusive suburbsLimited housing stock maintains strong price stability and capital growthProximity to Double Bay shopping and dining precinctExclusive marina facilities and yacht club access

Market Snapshot

Median House

$8.5M

+4.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$2.6M

+3.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

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Vacancy Rate

1.2%

42 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

2.8%

Yield (House)

2.1%

Auction Clearance

78%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$14,442/mo

Purchase Price

$2,650,000

Stamp Duty

$128,160

1st Year Total

$173,300

House

$46,948/mo

Purchase Price

$8,500,000

Stamp Duty

$595,000

1st Year Total

$563,372

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