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Stamp Duty Calculator NSW Australia — FY 2025-26

A stamp duty NSW calculator Australia helps home buyers in New South Wales estimate the transfer duty payable on property purchases.

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NSW stamp duty uses a progressive scale with rates from 1.25% to 5.5% depending on the property value. The formula applies the rate to the portion of the value within each bracket.
First-home buyers in NSW receive a full stamp duty exemption on properties valued up to $650,000 and a concessional rate on properties between $650,000 and $800,000. This applies to both new and established homes.
On a $1,000,000 property in NSW, stamp duty is approximately $34,250 plus applicable surcharges. Foreign buyers also pay an additional 8% surcharge, totalling $80,000 in surcharge alone.
Yes, commercial property purchases in NSW are subject to stamp duty at the same rates as residential property. The first-home buyer concessions do not apply to commercial property.
3 min readLast updated: 2026-05-26

About the Stamp Duty NSW Calculator

A stamp duty NSW calculator Australia helps home buyers in New South Wales estimate the transfer duty payable on property purchases. Stamp duty is a major upfront cost for NSW buyers, with rates set by Revenue NSW. This tool provides accurate estimates based on current NSW duty rates, concessions, and surcharges applicable to different buyer categories.


What is the Stamp Duty NSW Calculator?

This calculator estimates transfer duty (commonly called stamp duty) for property purchases in New South Wales as administered by Revenue NSW. NSW uses a progressive duty scale with rates from 1.25% on properties over $302,000 to 5.5% on properties over $1,076,000. Properties under $302,000 attract a flat $1,250 duty. The calculator accounts for the first-home buyer exemption and concession, which provides full exemption on properties under $650,000 and a concessional rate on properties between $650,000 and $800,000. It also factors in the Foreign Buyer Surcharge of 8% for foreign persons, the surcharge for premium properties over $3,000,000, and the principal place of residence concession. The tool handles off-the-plan purchase concessions, pensioner concessions, and transfers between family members. By entering the property value, buyer category, and property type, you receive an accurate NSW stamp duty estimate. This is essential for anyone buying property in Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, or anywhere else in New South Wales.


How to Use This Calculator

  1. 1Enter the property value: Input the purchase price of the property in NSW.
  2. 2Select buyer type: Choose from owner-occupier, investor, first-home buyer, or foreign buyer.
  3. 3Select property type: Choose whether the property is residential, commercial, or vacant land.
  4. 4Enter concession eligibility: Indicate if you qualify for the first-home buyer exemption or pensioner concession.
  5. 5Enter any off-the-plan details: If buying off-the-plan, enter the construction status and contract date.
  6. 6Review your stamp duty estimate: The calculator shows the duty amount, any concessions applied, foreign surcharge if applicable, and total payable.

Worked Australian Example

Practical Example

Daniel and Sophie are first-home buyers purchasing an established home in Parramatta, NSW for $720,000. Using the calculator, they enter $720,000 as the property value, select first-home buyer and owner-occupier, and choose residential property. As first-home buyers in NSW, they qualify for a concessional rate on properties between $650,000 and $800,000. The standard stamp duty on $720,000 is approximately $24,660. With the first-home buyer concession, this is reduced to approximately $8,570. They save $16,090 on stamp duty. If they were buying a new home instead of an established one, they would also be eligible for the First Home Owner Grant of $10,000. Daniel and Sophie also compare with buying a property under $650,000, which would qualify for a full stamp duty exemption. They decide the $720,000 property offers better value and features, and they proceed knowing their stamp duty cost is $8,570, which they factor into their total purchase budget of $728,570.


Common Stamp Duty NSW Calculator Questions

NSW stamp duty uses a progressive scale with rates from 1.25% to 5.5% depending on the property value. The formula applies the rate to the portion of the value within each bracket.
First-home buyers in NSW receive a full stamp duty exemption on properties valued up to $650,000 and a concessional rate on properties between $650,000 and $800,000. This applies to both new and established homes.
On a $1,000,000 property in NSW, stamp duty is approximately $34,250 plus applicable surcharges. Foreign buyers also pay an additional 8% surcharge, totalling $80,000 in surcharge alone.
Yes, commercial property purchases in NSW are subject to stamp duty at the same rates as residential property. The first-home buyer concessions do not apply to commercial property.
Stamp duty in NSW is generally payable within 30 days of settlement. Your conveyancer or solicitor handles the payment through the NSW Duties Online system as part of the settlement process.


Reviewed by

BizMetrixs Team

Australian Financial Specialists

This Stamp Duty Calculator NSW Australia calculator provides estimates only. Results are based on ATO 2025-26 published rates and general calculation methods. Individual circumstances may vary. This tool is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. For personalised advice, consult a registered tax agent or financial adviser.