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

The median apartment in Shellharbour is $600,000. Including stamp duty ($21,530), strata, council rates, insurance, and mortgage repayments, the true first-year cost is approximately $48,908, or $4,076/month.

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

The median house in Shellharbour is $750,000. True first-year cost including stamp duty ($28,280), rates, insurance, maintenance, and mortgage repayments is approximately $54,354.

What is the vacancy rate in Shellharbour?

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

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True Cost of Buying in Shellharbour

2529 NSW · 100km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Shellharbour is a charming coastal suburb in New South Wales, offering a unique blend of lifestyle and investment opportunities. With a median house price of $750,000 and a median unit price of $600,000, the suburb presents a relatively affordable option for homebuyers and investors alike. The population of 32,000 enjoys a moderate walkability score of 65, allowing for a mix of vehicular and pedestrian activity. The schools rating of 8.0 and safety rating of 8.0 make Shellharbour an attractive option for families. Although located 100 km from the CBD, the suburb's investment score of 78 and growth potential of 82 suggest a promising outlook for investors. The rental yield of 4.2% for houses and a low vacancy rate of 1.8% further reinforce the suburb's investment appeal. With its beautiful coastal surroundings and relatively affordable prices, Shellharbour is an excellent choice for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle and a potentially lucrative investment opportunity.

Affordable housing options compared to other coastal suburbsHigh schools rating and safety rating, making it ideal for familiesPromising investment outlook with high growth potentialRelatively low vacancy rate, ensuring consistent rental incomeBeautiful coastal surroundings and lifestyle amenities

Market Snapshot

Median House

$750K

+7.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$600K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$680K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

32 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

4.8%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

32,000

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$4,076/mo

Purchase Price

$600,000

Stamp Duty

$21,530

1st Year Total

$48,908

House

$4,530/mo

Purchase Price

$750,000

Stamp Duty

$28,280

1st Year Total

$54,354

Townhouse

$4,280/mo

Purchase Price

$680,000

Stamp Duty

$25,130

1st Year Total

$51,356

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