Stamp Duty Rates — SA (2025–26)
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $12,000 | $1.00 per $100 |
| $12,001 – $30,000 | $2.00 per $100 |
| $30,001 – $50,000 | $3.00 per $100 |
| $50,001 – $100,000 | $3.50 per $100 |
| $100,001 – $200,000 | $4.00 per $100 |
| $200,001 – $250,000 | $4.25 per $100 |
| $250,001 – $300,000 | $4.75 per $100 |
| $300,001 – $500,000 | $5.00 per $100 |
| $500,001+ | $5.50 per $100 |
Examples
| Property Value | Stamp Duty (approx) |
|---|---|
| $600,000 | ~$26,830 |
| $800,000 | ~$37,830 |
| $1,000,000 | ~$48,830 |
| $1,500,000 | ~$76,330 |
For general purchasers (non-first home buyer, Australian resident). Use the official SA calculator or DecisionLab's stamp duty calculator for exact figures.
First Home Buyers — SA
Full stamp duty exemption on new homes — no value cap (since June 2024). No concession on established homes. $15,000 FHOG for new homes.
Foreign Buyer Surcharge
7% surcharge
When You Pay
Within 2 months of the transaction. Your conveyancer or solicitor handles the payment as part of the settlement process.
Key Notes for SA
SA is unique among Australian states: the stamp duty exemption for first home buyers on new homes has no value cap. A first home buyer purchasing a $2M new home pays $0 stamp duty. But established home buyers get zero concession — they pay the full rate regardless. This is the strongest incentive to buy new in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is stamp duty on a $800,000 property in SA?
Approximately ~$37,830 for a general purchaser. First home buyers may pay significantly less or nothing — Full stamp duty exemption on new homes — no value cap (since June 2024). No concession on established homes. $15,000 FHOG for new homes.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in SA?
Full stamp duty exemption on new homes — no value cap (since June 2024). No concession on established homes. $15,000 FHOG for new homes.
Is there a foreign buyer surcharge in SA?
7% surcharge