True Cost of Buying in Fairfield West

2165 NSW · 32km to CBD

Rising

Market Intelligence

Fairfield West is a culturally diverse suburb in Western Sydney, NSW, characterized by its strong multicultural community and affordable housing options. Located 32km southwest of Sydney CBD, the suburb features predominantly unit and apartment living with some townhouses and older detached homes. The area has a younger demographic profile with families well represented, and a high proportion of residents born overseas, particularly from Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian countries. English is not the first language for the majority of residents, contributing to a vibrant multicultural atmosphere with diverse dining and shopping options. The suburb offers good connectivity via bus routes to Fairfield station and train access to Sydney CBD, making it attractive to first home buyers and investors. Fairfield West remains one of the more affordable suburbs in Greater Sydney, with strong rental demand due to proximity to employment hubs and transport links. The area benefits from local amenities including Fairfield West Public School, several parks including Fairfield Park, community health services, and close proximity to Fairfield CBD shopping facilities.

Highly affordable housing compared to Sydney averageStrong multicultural community with diverse amenitiesGood public transport connectivity to CBD and major centresStrong rental demand and investment potentialFamily-friendly environment with local schools and parks

Market Snapshot

Median House

$720K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$485K

+9.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$650K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

35 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

8,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,494/mo

Purchase Price

$485,000

Stamp Duty

$16,355

1st Year Total

$41,924

House

$4,366/mo

Purchase Price

$720,000

Stamp Duty

$26,930

1st Year Total

$52,392

Townhouse

$4,129/mo

Purchase Price

$650,000

Stamp Duty

$23,780

1st Year Total

$49,544

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Community Profile

Median Income

$52,000

Median Age

33

Family Households

68%

Owner-Occupied

42%

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

7/10

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