How much is stamp duty in WA on a $700,000 home?

WA transfer duty on a $700,000 owner-occupier purchase is approximately $25,585 in 2026. First home buyers under $430,000 pay $0 and receive a sliding concession between $430,000 and $530,000.

What is the WA first home buyer threshold?

WA first home buyers pay no transfer duty on properties up to $430,000, with a sliding concession to $530,000. Above $530,000 the standard rates apply. Vacant land FHBs receive an exemption to $300,000 and concession to $400,000.

Is the WA First Home Owner Grant higher in remote areas?

Yes. The $10,000 FHOG applies to new homes up to $750,000 in Perth metro, but rises to a $1,000,000 cap for new homes built north of the 26th parallel — covering the Pilbara, Kimberley, and Mid West mining regions.

Do investors pay extra stamp duty in WA?

Australian-resident investors pay the same scale as owner-occupiers in WA. Foreign buyers (individuals, companies, trusts) pay an additional 7% Foreign Buyer Duty surcharge on top of the standard transfer duty.

When is WA transfer duty paid?

WA transfer duty must be paid within 30 days of contract date or at settlement, whichever is earlier. Your settlement agent or solicitor lodges payment to RevenueWA. WA settlements typically complete 30–45 days after offer acceptance.

WA Stamp Duty Calculator 2026

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