First Home Buyer Stamp Duty on $500,000 in New South Wales (2025-26)
First home buyers purchasing a $500,000 property in New South Wales pay no stamp duty, compared to the standard rate of $16,912. That's a saving of $16,912. This page compares standard and FHB duty, and shows how NSW compares to other states.
FHB stamp duty $0.00 First home buyer duty on $500,000 in NSW
FHB vs Standard Duty Breakdown
| Purchase price | $500,000 |
| Standard stamp duty | $16,912.00 |
| First home buyer duty | $0.00 |
| FHB saving | $16,912.00 |
| Transfer registration fee | $160.00 |
| Mortgage registration fee | $160.00 |
| Total upfront government costs (FHB) | $320.00 |
| Effective FHB stamp duty rate | 0.00% |
NSW First Home Buyer Concession
NSW offers a full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers on properties up to $800,000, with a concessional rate for properties between $800,000 and $1,000,000.
Use our NSW First Home Buyer Calculator to check your eligibility and get a personalised breakdown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much stamp duty do first home buyers pay on a $500,000 property in NSW?
First home buyers purchasing a $500,000 property in New South Wales pay no stamp duty (full exemption). This compares to the standard rate of $16,912, representing a saving of $16,912. Including transfer and mortgage registration fees, total upfront government costs are $320.
How much do first home buyers save on stamp duty for $500k in NSW?
First home buyers save $16,912 on stamp duty for a $500,000 property in New South Wales. The standard stamp duty is $16,912, while the first home buyer rate is $0 (full exemption). NSW offers a full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers on properties up to $800,000, with a concessional rate for properties between $800,000 and $1,000,000.
What are the eligibility requirements for first home buyer stamp duty concessions in NSW?
Eligibility for first home buyer stamp duty concessions in New South Wales typically requires that you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, have never owned property in Australia before, and intend to live in the property as your principal place of residence. NSW offers a full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers on properties up to $800,000, with a concessional rate for properties between $800,000 and $1,000,000. Use our NSW First Home Buyer Calculator for a detailed eligibility check.
Need a detailed FHB calculation?
Our interactive NSW First Home Buyer Calculator lets you enter any property value and see a full breakdown of FHB duty, concessions, and eligibility.
Not a first home buyer? See the standard stamp duty on $500,000 in NSW.