True Cost of Buying in Vaucluse

2030 NSW · 8km to CBD

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Market Intelligence

Vaucluse is one of Sydney's most prestigious and affluent eastern suburbs, located 8km from the CBD with spectacular harbour and ocean views. This exclusive enclave is renowned for its luxury properties, historic significance, and proximity to world-class beaches including Nielsen Park and Parsley Bay. The suburb features predominantly high-value detached houses with limited apartment stock, attracting wealthy professionals, established families, and international buyers. Vaucluse offers an exceptional lifestyle with access to prestigious private schools like Kincoppal-Rose Bay, heritage sites including Vaucluse House, and premium recreational facilities. The community maintains a strong focus on heritage preservation and environmental protection, contributing to the suburb's enduring appeal. Despite limited commercial amenities within the suburb boundaries, residents enjoy easy access to nearby shopping and dining precincts. The property market remains consistently strong with significant capital growth potential, though rental yields are modest due to high property values. Transport relies primarily on bus connections to the CBD and eastern suburbs network, with no direct rail access.

Consistently ranks among Sydney's most expensive and prestigious suburbsSpectacular harbour and ocean views from many propertiesProximity to world-class beaches and recreational facilitiesAccess to prestigious private schools and educational institutionsStrong heritage character with Vaucluse House and historic parklands

Market Snapshot

Median House

$8.5M

+8.5% 1yr

Median Apartment

$3.2M

+6.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

45 avg DOM

Yield (Apartment)

3.2%

Yield (House)

2.1%

Auction Clearance

75%

Population

2,800

True Cost Breakdown

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

Apartment

$17,223/mo

Purchase Price

$3,200,000

Stamp Duty

$158,410

1st Year Total

$206,672

House

$46,948/mo

Purchase Price

$8,500,000

Stamp Duty

$595,000

1st Year Total

$563,372

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Community Profile

Median Income

$185,000

Median Age

47

Family Households

68%

Owner-Occupied

78%

Walkability

65/100

Public Transport

6/10

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