True Cost of Buying in Tahmoor

2573 NSW · 80km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Tahmoor is a family-oriented suburb located approximately 80km southwest of Sydney CBD in the Wollondilly Shire, offering an attractive blend of affordability and lifestyle appeal. The suburb features a mix of established homes and newer developments, with excellent rail connectivity to Sydney via the Southern Highlands line. Local amenities include Tahmoor Public School, Tahmoor Shopping Village, and various recreational facilities including parks and sporting grounds. The area attracts families seeking larger properties and a tree-change lifestyle while maintaining reasonable commuting access to Sydney. Property values remain affordable compared to inner Sydney suburbs, with steady growth over recent years. The community benefits from NBN broadband infrastructure and ongoing road improvements along Remembrance Driveway. With its established residential character, good transport links, and family-friendly amenities, Tahmoor represents solid value in the outer Sydney market while offering a more relaxed lifestyle away from urban density.

Direct train services to Sydney CBD via Southern Highlands lineAffordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbsStrong family-oriented community with established amenitiesMix of established homes and new developments providing choiceGood local schools including Tahmoor Public School and proximity to Picton High

Market Snapshot

Median House

$720K

+7.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$500K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$620K

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

38 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.1%

Yield (House)

4.2%

Auction Clearance

72%

Population

4,200

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$3,570/mo

Purchase Price

$500,000

Stamp Duty

$17,030

1st Year Total

$42,836

House

$4,366/mo

Purchase Price

$720,000

Stamp Duty

$26,930

1st Year Total

$52,392

Townhouse

$3,977/mo

Purchase Price

$620,000

Stamp Duty

$22,430

1st Year Total

$47,720

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Community Profile

Median Income

$82,000

Median Age

38

Family Households

68%

Owner-Occupied

71%

Walkability

45/100

Public Transport

6/10

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