WA stamp duty calculator
How much is stamp duty in WA?
Stamp duty in Western Australia, officially called transfer duty, is a state tax you pay when you buy property. It is calculated on the purchase price using a sliding scale of brackets, and first home buyers can pay a reduced amount or nothing. Enter the price and buyer type below for an indicative figure, then confirm it with a broker.
Indicative only. Not credit assistance or tax advice. [TBC verify] WA general transfer duty brackets and the first home owner concession thresholds change, the figures here are the established WA general rate and indicative FHB caps and must be confirmed against the WA Office of State Revenue before publishing. [ASSUMPTION] FHB home concession: nil duty up to $430,000, phasing out to $530,000.
How it works
How is WA stamp duty calculated?
WA transfer duty is worked out on the dutiable value of the property, usually the purchase price, using a set of brackets. Each bracket adds a fixed base amount plus a percentage of the value above the bracket floor. First home buyers buying a home can qualify for a concessional rate up to set thresholds.
| Dutiable value | Duty payable |
|---|---|
| $0 to $120,000 | $1.90 per $100 (1.90%) |
| $120,001 to $150,000 | $2,280 + $2.85 per $100 over $120,000 |
| $150,001 to $360,000 | $3,135 + $3.80 per $100 over $150,000 |
| $360,001 to $725,000 | $11,115 + $4.75 per $100 over $360,000 |
| $725,001 and above | $28,453 + $5.15 per $100 over $725,000 |
| Buyer type | Indicative treatment |
|---|---|
| Owner-occupier | General transfer duty applies. |
| Investor | General transfer duty applies, same scale. |
| First home buyer (home) | Nil up to $430,000, concessional to $530,000, then general rate [ASSUMPTION]. |
Straight answer
Can a broker help with stamp duty and upfront costs?
Yes. Central Lending Solutions helps you plan for stamp duty, lenders mortgage insurance and other upfront costs so there are no surprises at settlement. Most clients pay us no fee because the lender pays our commission. We are bound by the Best Interests Duty, in force since 1 January 2021.
Common questions
WA stamp duty FAQs.
What is stamp duty in WA?
Stamp duty in Western Australia, officially called transfer duty, is a state tax you pay when you buy property. It is calculated on the dutiable value, usually the purchase price, on a sliding scale of brackets. The higher the property value, the higher the rate applied to the top portion.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in WA?
First home buyers in WA can pay no stamp duty or a reduced amount under the first home owner rate of duty, up to set thresholds. The thresholds change, so the concession figures used in this calculator are indicative and must be confirmed against the current WA Office of State Revenue rules.
Can stamp duty be added to my home loan?
Stamp duty is usually paid as an upfront cost at settlement, not added to the loan, though some buyers fund it from savings or equity. A Perth broker can help you plan for stamp duty and other upfront costs so there are no surprises before settlement.
Is this stamp duty figure exact?
No. The figure is indicative only and not advice. Actual WA transfer duty depends on the current rates, your buyer type and the property details assessed by the WA Office of State Revenue. Confirm the exact amount with a broker or your settlement agent before you rely on it.
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