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Summary: Western Sydney continues to attract families seeking affordability, schools, and better space. Here are five suburbs balancing lifestyle, transport, and value in 2025. Top picks Parramatta: Central hub, transport and shopping access; units median ~$830k, schools improving rapidly. The Ponds: Family-friendly master-planned area; houses median ~$1.3M, strong community facilities. Wentworthville: Lower entry price than … Read more
Summary: Land tax in New South Wales applies to the total taxable value of land owned, excluding your principal place of residence. Here’s what changes in 2025 and how it affects property owners. 2025 thresholds Type Threshold (2025) Tax Rate General $1,075,000 1.6% over threshold + base $100 Premium $6,571,000+ 2% of value over threshold … Read more
Summary: Understanding gross rental yield helps investors compare potential returns across suburbs and property types. Here’s how to calculate it and what an “ideal” yield looks like in the Australian market. What is gross yield? Gross yield measures annual rental income as a percentage of the property’s value. It ignores costs like maintenance or vacancies, … Read more
Summary: The rental market in Parramatta remains tight, with limited listings and rising weekly rents through October 2025. Vacancy levels continue to hover near historic lows as migration-driven demand keeps pressure on tenants. Location: Parramatta, NSW Period: October 2025 Audience: Renters & Landlords Key Stats Metric Value Period Source Median unit rent $690 pw Sep … Read more
Summary: Sydney home values were broadly flat in October, edging down slightly while rental conditions stayed tight. With the RBA holding the cash rate at 3.60% and markets debating a late-year cut, buyers faced mixed signals as listings improved only modestly. Location: Sydney, NSW Period: October 2025 Audience: Buyers & Renters Key Stats (at a … Read more
