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NT stamp duty calculator

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

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The purchase in NT

Adds the state surcharge

NT 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

NT stamp duty rates 2026-27

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

Up to $525,000 the NT uses a formula: duty = (0.06571441 × V²) + 15V, where V is the price divided by 1,000. From $525,000 to $3,000,000 duty is 4.95% of the whole price, rising to 5.75% and then 5.95% for higher values.

Source: Northern Territory 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

There is no general first home buyer duty concession in the NT. A stamp duty exemption applies to some house-and-land package contracts signed between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2027.

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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.

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How it works

How stamp duty works in Northern Territory

Up to $525,000 the NT uses a formula: duty = (0.06571441 × V²) + 15V, where V is the price divided by 1,000. From $525,000 to $3,000,000 duty is 4.95% of the whole price, rising to 5.75% and then 5.95% for higher values.

Investors pay the general rates shown here. At $750,000, NT ranks 7 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 NT?

At 2026-27 general rates, about $37,125 for an investor. On $500,000 it's about $23,929, and on $1,000,000 about $49,500. First home buyers and owner-occupiers may pay less.

How is stamp duty calculated in NT?

Up to $525,000 the NT uses a formula: duty = (0.06571441 × V²) + 15V, where V is the price divided by 1,000. From $525,000 to $3,000,000 duty is 4.95% of the whole price, rising to 5.75% and then 5.95% for higher values.

Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in NT?

There is no general first home buyer duty concession in the NT. A stamp duty exemption applies to some house-and-land package contracts signed between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2027.

Do foreign buyers pay more?

No foreign purchaser duty surcharge was found for the NT.

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.

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