True Cost of Buying in East Hills

2213 NSW · 26km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

East Hills is a diverse, family-oriented suburb located 26km southwest of Sydney CBD in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA. This multicultural community offers excellent value for money with a median house price around $950,000, making it popular with first home buyers and young families. The suburb benefits from direct train access to the CBD via East Hills Station on the T8 Airport Line, complemented by good bus connectivity. East Hills features a practical mix of housing stock including older detached homes, modern townhouses, and apartment complexes. The area boasts solid community amenities including East Hills Shopping Centre, multiple parks and recreational facilities, and well-regarded local schools. The demographic profile is notably diverse with significant Middle Eastern and Asian communities, creating a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. Property values have shown steady growth over recent years, supported by ongoing infrastructure improvements and the suburb's strategic location. While lacking the prestige of inner Sydney suburbs, East Hills compensates with affordability, accessibility, and strong community spirit, positioning it as an attractive option for families seeking value in Sydney's competitive property market.

Excellent public transport connectivity with direct CBD rail accessAffordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong multicultural community with diverse amenitiesFamily-friendly environment with good schools and parksStrategic location with airport line access

Market Snapshot

Median House

$950K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Apartment

$580K

+5.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$750K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.6%

Yield (House)

3.8%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

8,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,975/mo

Purchase Price

$580,000

Stamp Duty

$20,630

1st Year Total

$47,696

House

$5,625/mo

Purchase Price

$950,000

Stamp Duty

$37,280

1st Year Total

$67,498

Townhouse

$4,634/mo

Purchase Price

$750,000

Stamp Duty

$28,280

1st Year Total

$55,604

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Community Profile

Median Income

$68,000

Median Age

36

Family Households

72%

Owner-Occupied

62%

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

8/10

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