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Stamp Duty on $850,000 in Queensland (2025-26)

Stamp duty on a $850,000 property in Queensland is estimated at $31,275. Including transfer and mortgage registration fees, upfront government costs are about $34,891. This page breaks down each amount and shows concession scenarios.

Stamp duty in Queensland

Queensland's transfer duty uses a progressive bracket system with a separate home concession rate for owner-occupiers. The home concession rate is significantly lower than the general rate — on a $600,000 property, the home concession saves about $7,175. Queensland's First Home Owner Grant is $30,000 for new homes, one of the most generous in Australia.

Policy note: Queensland's $30,000 First Home Owner Grant (for new homes up to $750,000) is the highest in Australia. Combined with stamp duty concessions for homes up to $700,000, first home buyers purchasing new builds can save over $40,000 in government costs compared to investors.

Foreign buyer surcharge: Queensland applies an 8% Additional Foreign Acquirer Duty (AFAD) surcharge on foreign buyers (increased from 7% on 1 July 2024).

Stamp duty $31,275.00 QLD transfer duty on $850,000

Effective rate 3.68%

Total upfront $34,891.00

Transfer fee $3,368.00

Cost Breakdown

Purchase price	$850,000
Stamp duty (QLD)	$31,275.00
Home Concession duty	$24,100.00
Transfer registration fee	$3,368.00
Mortgage registration fee	$248.00
Total upfront government costs	$34,891.00
Effective stamp duty rate	3.68%

First Home Buyer Concession

Standard stamp duty	$31,275.00
First home buyer duty	$24,100.00
FHB saving	$7,175.00

Use our QLD First Home Buyer Calculator to check eligibility and get a detailed breakdown.

Compare Nearby Prices in QLD

Price	Stamp Duty	Effective Rate
$800,000	$29,025.00	3.63%
$850,000	$31,275.00	3.68%
$900,000	$33,525.00	3.72%

Compare $850,000 Across States

Buying in this price range

Between $800,000 and $1.3 million, stamp duty becomes a major transaction cost — typically $30,000 to $60,000 depending on the state. First home buyer concessions are largely exhausted at this level (except NSW, which extends to $1 million, and eligible ACT first home buyers, who pay no duty at all under the Home Buyer Concession Scheme). At this price, the choice of state has a significant financial impact for buyers not eligible for a concession: standard duty on a $1 million property is about $34,000 in the ACT (owner-occupier rate) versus about $39,000 in NSW.

State comparison matters more

On a $1 million property, standard stamp duty ranges from approximately $34,000 (ACT, owner-occupier rate) to $39,000 (NSW). If you are choosing between locations near a state border (e.g., Canberra vs Queanbeyan, Gold Coast vs Tweed Heads), the stamp duty difference can be significant.

Budget for total transaction costs

Stamp duty is the largest government cost, but add conveyancing ($1,500-$3,000), building and pest inspection ($500-$800), and loan establishment fees. On a $1 million purchase, total transaction costs including stamp duty can reach $50,000-$70,000.

Foreign buyer surcharges escalate

At $1 million, foreign buyer surcharges in NSW (9%), VIC (8%), and QLD (8%) add $80,000–$90,000 on top of standard duty. This makes the total duty for a foreign buyer over $120,000 in most eastern states.

Typical buyers: Established professionals upgrading, families in inner suburbs, investors purchasing houses, and interstate movers comparing markets.

Frequently asked questions

How much is stamp duty on a $850,000 property in QLD?

Stamp duty on a $850,000 property in Queensland is $31,275. This represents an effective stamp duty rate of 3.68% of the purchase price. Including transfer and mortgage registration fees, total upfront government costs are $34,891.

What are the total upfront costs on a $850k property in QLD?

For a $850,000 property in Queensland, total upfront government costs are approximately $34,891. This includes stamp duty of $31,275, a transfer registration fee of $3,368, and a mortgage registration fee of $248.

Can first home buyers get a stamp duty concession on $850k in QLD?

Yes. First home buyers purchasing a $850,000 property in Queensland may pay $24,100 in stamp duty, saving $7,175 compared to the standard rate. Eligibility conditions apply — use our QLD First Home Buyer calculator for details.

What is the Home Concession stamp duty on $850k in QLD?

The Home Concession stamp duty on a $850,000 property in Queensland is $24,100, saving $7,175 compared to the general/investor rate of $31,275.

How is stamp duty calculated in QLD?

Queensland uses a progressive bracket system for stamp duty. The rate increases as the property value rises, similar to income tax brackets. Only the portion of the price within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate. Use our interactive QLD Stamp Duty Calculator for a detailed breakdown.

Need a detailed calculation?

Our interactive QLD Stamp Duty Calculator lets you enter any property value and see a full breakdown of duty, fees, and concessions.

First home buyer? Check your eligibility with the QLD First Home Buyer Calculator.

State	Stamp Duty	Effective Rate
NSW	$32,437.00	3.82%
VIC	$46,070.00	5.42%
QLD	$31,275.00	3.68%
SA	$40,580.00	4.77%
WA	$34,891.00	4.10%
TAS	$33,435.00	3.93%
NT	$42,075.00	4.95%
ACT	$28,100.00	3.31%