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Work out the transfer duty on a property in New South Wales at the 2026-27 general rates investors pay, and see how the same purchase compares in every other state.

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NSW compared with every state at $750,000
State or territoryStamp dutyShare of priceDifference from lowest
Australian Capital Territory$22,2002.96%$0
Queensland$26,7753.57%$4,575
New South Wales$27,9373.72%$5,737
Tasmania$28,9353.86%$6,735
Western Australia$29,7413.97%$7,541
South Australia$35,0804.68%$12,880
Northern Territory$37,1254.95%$14,925
Victoria$40,0705.34%$17,870

NSW stamp duty rates 2026-27

General rates for investment property, as at 24 October 2026.

Property valueDuty
$0 to $18,000$1.25 per $100
$18,001 to $38,000$225 plus $1.50 per $100 over $18,000
$38,001 to $103,000$525 plus $1.75 per $100 over $38,000
$103,001 to $387,000$1,662 plus $3.50 per $100 over $103,000
$387,001 to $1,290,000$11,602 plus $4.50 per $100 over $387,000
$1,290,001 to $3,870,000$52,237 plus $5.50 per $100 over $1,290,000
Over $3,870,000$194,137 plus $7 per $100 over $3,870,000

Source: New South Wales revenue office. Rounding rules vary by state, so the calculator may differ from the official figure by a few dollars.

First home buyers and owner-occupiers

First home buyers pay no transfer duty on a new or existing home up to $800,000, and reduced duty up to $1,000,000, under the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme (vacant land: $350,000 and $450,000). Eligibility conditions apply, and the scheme is for people who will live in the property.

Check eligibility with the NSW revenue office

Buying your first property as an investment? See first home buyer investors and rentvesting.

Stamp duty in other states

Rate tables, first home buyer rules and worked examples for each state and territory. Duty shown is for a $750,000 investment property.

Compare all states in the stamp duty calculator

How it works

How stamp duty works in New South Wales

NSW charges a sliding scale: a base amount for each band plus a rate per $100 above the band's threshold, from $1.25 up to $5.50 per $100. The thresholds are indexed to inflation each 1 July. Homes over $3,870,000 pay premium property duty of $7 per $100 above that amount.

Investors pay the general rates shown here. At $750,000, NSW ranks 3 of 8 states and territories from cheapest to most expensive. Because we buy wherever the numbers suit your strategy, duty is one of the costs we weigh when choosing a market.

The numbers are one part of the decision

We look at the figures alongside growth drivers, vacancy, supply and how a property fits your borrowing and portfolio plans, then choose the market that suits your strategy, wherever it is in Australia. See how we buy investment property.

FAQ

Common questions

How much is stamp duty on a $750,000 property in NSW?

At 2026-27 general rates, about $27,937 for an investor. On $500,000 it's about $16,687, and on $1,000,000 about $39,187. First home buyers and owner-occupiers may pay less.

How is stamp duty calculated in NSW?

NSW charges a sliding scale: a base amount for each band plus a rate per $100 above the band's threshold, from $1.25 up to $5.50 per $100. The thresholds are indexed to inflation each 1 July. Homes over $3,870,000 pay premium property duty of $7 per $100 above that amount.

Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in NSW?

First home buyers pay no transfer duty on a new or existing home up to $800,000, and reduced duty up to $1,000,000, under the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme (vacant land: $350,000 and $450,000). Eligibility conditions apply, and the scheme is for people who will live in the property.

Do foreign buyers pay more?

Yes. Foreign purchasers pay an additional 9% of the price on residential property in NSW, on top of the general duty.

Is this financial advice?

No. It is a general estimate to help you compare options. It does not consider your personal circumstances, and results depend on the figures you enter. Check them with your accountant, mortgage broker or financial adviser before you act.