What is the true cost of buying an apartment in Kirribilli?

The median apartment in Kirribilli is $1,650,000. Including stamp duty ($73,160), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $112,616, or $9,385/month.

What does it really cost to buy a house in Kirribilli?

The median house in Kirribilli is $4,800,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($336,000), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $320,352.

What is the vacancy rate in Kirribilli?

Kirribilli currently has a vacancy rate of 1.8%. Properties average 32 days on market.

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True Cost of Buying in Kirribilli

2061 NSW · 3km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Kirribilli is one of Sydney's most prestigious harbourside suburbs, located on the lower North Shore just 3km from the CBD. This small, densely developed suburb is renowned for its prime harbour frontage, proximity to the Harbour Bridge, and stunning views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. The area is predominantly apartment-based with limited house stock, making it highly sought after by affluent professionals and executives. Kirribilli offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to ferry services, Luna Park, harbourside parks, and the iconic Harbour Bridge walkway. The suburb commands premium property prices due to its unbeatable location, heritage character, and limited supply. With excellent transport links via Milsons Point station and ferry services, residents enjoy a quick commute to the CBD while living in one of Sydney's most desirable waterfront locations. The community is sophisticated and well-educated, with a strong proportion of professionals and overseas-born residents from English-speaking countries.

Prime harbourside location with world-class views of Sydney Harbour and Opera HouseExcellent transport connectivity via train and ferry services to CBDWalking distance to iconic Sydney landmarks including Harbour Bridge and Luna ParkHigh-quality apartment stock with many heritage-listed buildingsStrong capital growth potential due to limited supply and premium location

Market Snapshot

Median House

$4.8M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$1.6M

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

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Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.2%

Yield (House)

2.8%

Auction Clearance

78%

Population

3,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$9,385/mo

Purchase Price

$1,650,000

Stamp Duty

$73,160

1st Year Total

$112,616

House

$26,696/mo

Purchase Price

$4,800,000

Stamp Duty

$336,000

1st Year Total

$320,352

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