True Cost of Buying in Taree

2430 NSW · 317km to CBD

Stable

Market Intelligence

Taree is the administrative center of the MidCoast Council region in NSW, located 317km north of Sydney on the Manning River. As a major regional hub for the Manning Valley, Taree serves a stable population with moderate growth trends and a median age higher than the NSW average, indicating an aging demographic. The town offers comprehensive amenities including Manning Base Hospital, multiple educational institutions, and strong community facilities like the RSL Club and sporting venues. Property markets show moderate growth following regional NSW trends, with houses significantly more affordable than Sydney metropolitan areas. The area benefits from strong rental demand due to limited supply and regional employment, influenced by tree change and sea change migration patterns. Infrastructure includes Pacific Highway access, limited airport services, and completed NBN rollout, though passenger rail services are not available. The community enjoys proximity to beaches and national parks, creating an appealing lifestyle for families and retirees seeking regional living with urban conveniences.

Major regional healthcare hub with Manning Base HospitalComprehensive educational facilities from primary to secondary levelStrong community infrastructure and recreational amenitiesAffordable property market compared to metropolitan areasStrategic location on Manning River with beach proximity

Market Snapshot

Median House

$485K

+8.2% 1yr

Median Apartment

$320K

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$425K

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

42 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

5.6%

Yield (House)

4.8%

Auction Clearance

68%

Population

26,500

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$2,660/mo

Purchase Price

$320,000

Stamp Duty

$9,370

1st Year Total

$31,916

House

$3,079/mo

Purchase Price

$485,000

Stamp Duty

$16,355

1st Year Total

$36,949

Townhouse

$2,991/mo

Purchase Price

$425,000

Stamp Duty

$13,655

1st Year Total

$35,888

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Community Profile

Median Income

$58,000

Median Age

48

Family Households

68%

Owner-Occupied

64%

Walkability

58/100

Public Transport

4/10

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