South Australia Stamp Duty Calculator 2025-26
Calculate transfer duty for property purchases in South Australia. Includes first home buyer exemptions. Rates verified 2025-07-01.
Property Details
Full exemption for NEW homes only — no price cap. NO exemption for established homes.
Foreign buyer surcharge: 7% additional duty applies for non-residents.
Stamp Duty Estimate
Stamp Duty Payable
$35,080
Property Value
$750,000
Effective Rate
4.68%
Rates verified: 2025-07-01 · Official source
This is an estimate only. Consult a conveyancer or the state revenue office for exact figures.
Stamp Duty in South Australia
South Australia's stamp duty uses eight progressive brackets from 1% to 5.5%. SA's rates have not been updated in several years but remain among the more affordable for lower-value properties.
SA Stamp Duty Rate Table (2025-26)
| Property Value | Marginal Rate | Base Duty |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $12,000 | 1.00% | — |
| $12,001 – $30,000 | 2.00% | $120 |
| $30,001 – $50,000 | 3.00% | $480 |
| $50,001 – $100,000 | 3.50% | $1,080 |
| $100,001 – $200,000 | 4.00% | $2,830 |
| $200,001 – $250,000 | 4.25% | $6,830 |
| $250,001 – $300,000 | 4.75% | $8,955 |
| $300,001 – $500,000 | 5.00% | $11,330 |
| Over $500,001 | 5.50% | $21,330 |
Source: www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au · Verified: 2025-07-01
First Home Buyer Concessions in South Australia
South Australia's first home buyer exemption applies to NEW homes only there is no price cap, but the exemption does not apply to established (previously lived-in) homes. Buyers of established homes pay full stamp duty regardless of purchase price.
Foreign Buyer Surcharge in South Australia
Foreign buyers (non-residents and temporary visa holders) pay an additional 7% surcharge on top of standard transfer duty in South Australia. This applies to residential property purchases. Verify current foreign buyer rules with the South Australia revenue office.
Planning Your South Australia Property Purchase
Stamp duty is one of the biggest upfront costs when buying property in South Australia. Make sure you factor it into your savings goal alongside your deposit, conveyancing fees, building inspections, and moving costs. A mortgage broker can help you understand the total cost of purchasing and structure your finance to minimise upfront cash requirements.
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Official State & Territory Sources
Rates used in this calculator are sourced from each state and territory's official revenue office. Always verify your liability directly with the relevant authority before signing a contract.
Important information
This calculator provides general information only and does not constitute personal financial, legal or tax advice. Results are estimates based on the information you enter and current publicly available rates and thresholds for South Australia. They do not account for every concession, exemption, surcharge or special case (for example, foreign buyer surcharges, family transfers, off-the-plan concessions or deceased estate transfers).
Stamp duty rates, thresholds and exemptions can change without notice. The calculations on this page are based on 2025–26 rates verified against the South Australia revenue office. Actual stamp duty payable is determined by the relevant state or territory revenue authority, not by this tool.
Before signing a contract of sale or bidding at auction, you should confirm your exact stamp duty liability with a licensed conveyancer, solicitor, or the relevant state revenue office. WealthWorks Pty Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness or currency of the information displayed and accepts no liability for decisions made in reliance on these estimates.