Australian Property Stamp Duty Rates at July 2015
Stamp Duty is paid on most House Purchases in Australia
There are a few exceptions, and the rate is NOT the same in each state.
Examples of the differences on Stamp Duty on Residential property for each state in 2015
Stamp Duty rates on Residential Homes valued at: $400,000
$11,650 ACT
$13,490 NSW
$16,515 NT
$ 5,250 QLD
$16,330 SA
$13,998 Tas
$16,370 Vic
$13,005 WA
Stamp Duty rates on Residential Homes valued at: $800,000
$31,550 ACT
$31,490 NSW
$39,600 NT
$21,850 QLD
$37,830 SA
$31,185 Tas
$43,070 Vic
$32,316 WA
First Home owners do get various exemptions and discounts, while investment property purchases often pay the higher rate.