Stamp Duty on $1M Property — TAS
Stamp duty on a $1,000,000 property in Tasmania is $40,185.00. See total costs, first home buyer savings, and compare to other states.
Last verified: 1 July 2025Stamp Duty: $40,185.00
On a $1,000,000 property in Tasmania, stamp duty is $40,185.00 at an effective rate of 4.02% (2025-26 rates).
Cost Breakdown
| Property price | $1,000,000 |
| Stamp duty (standard buyer) | $40,185.00 |
| Effective stamp duty rate | 4.02% |
| Legal / conveyancing fees (est.) | $2,000.00 |
| Building & pest inspection (est.) | $500.00 |
| Total purchase cost | $1,042,685.00 |
First Home Buyer Stamp Duty — TAS
At $1,000,000, first home buyer concessions in Tasmania do not reduce stamp duty. The property value exceeds the concession threshold. Standard duty of $40,185.00 applies.
Foreign Buyer Stamp Duty
Foreign purchasers pay an additional 3% surcharge ($30,000.00) on top of standard stamp duty.
Total foreign buyer stamp duty: $70,185.00
Stamp Duty on $1M — All States
| State | Stamp Duty | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | $39,735.00 | 3.97% |
| Victoria | $55,000.00 | 5.50% |
| Queensland | $38,025.00 | 3.80% |
| Western Australia | $42,616.00 | 4.26% |
| South Australia | $48,830.00 | 4.88% |
| Tasmania | $40,185.00 | 4.02% |
| Australian Capital Territory | $40,663.00 | 4.07% |
| Northern Territory | $49,500.00 | 4.95% |
Mortgage Impact — Adding Stamp Duty to Your Loan
If you add $40,185.00 stamp duty to your home loan instead of paying upfront, here is how it affects your repayments (based on 80% LVR, 6.25% rate, 30-year term):
| Monthly repayment (without stamp duty in loan) | $4,925.74 |
| Monthly repayment (with stamp duty in loan) | $5,173.16 |
| Extra per month | +$247.43 |
| Extra interest paid over 30 years | $48,888.34 |
Paying stamp duty upfront saves you $48,888.34 in interest over the life of your loan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is stamp duty on a $1,000,000 house in Tasmania?
Stamp duty on a $1,000,000 property in Tasmania is $40,185.00 for a standard buyer (2025-26 rates). This is an effective rate of 4.02%.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in Tasmania?
At $1,000,000, first home buyer concessions in Tasmania do not reduce stamp duty below the standard amount of $40,185.00. The property value exceeds the concession threshold.
What are the total costs of buying a $1,000,000 property in Tasmania?
The total estimated cost is approximately $1,042,685.00, which includes the purchase price ($1,000,000), stamp duty ($40,185.00), legal/conveyancing fees (~$2,000), and building/pest inspections (~$500).
Frequently asked questions
How much stamp duty do first home buyers pay in NSW?
First home buyers in NSW pay no stamp duty on homes up to $800,000, a concessional rate on homes between $800,001 and $1,000,000, and full stamp duty above $1,000,000. The First Home Owner Grant adds $10,000 for new homes up to $600,000. Source: Revenue NSW.
How much stamp duty do first home buyers pay in Victoria?
First home buyers in Victoria pay no stamp duty on homes up to $600,000 and receive a sliding concession on homes between $600,001 and $750,000. A $10,000 First Home Owner Grant applies on new homes up to $750,000. Source: State Revenue Office Victoria.
Do foreign buyers pay extra stamp duty in Australia?
Yes. Foreign buyer surcharges apply in most states: 8% in NSW and Victoria, 7% in Queensland, Western Australia, and South Australia. These are additional to the standard stamp duty and First Home Buyer concessions do not apply to foreign buyers.
Is stamp duty payable on off-the-plan purchases?
Off-the-plan concessions vary by state. Victoria removed the concession in 2017 for owner-occupiers. NSW retained an off-the-plan concession for principal places of residence under certain thresholds. Always check the current rules with the relevant state revenue office.
General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with a licensed adviser or the ATO.
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$31,335 on a $800K home, but first home buyers pay $0 under $800K. Full NSW stamp duty rates, exemptions, and calculator for 2025-26.
Stamp Duty in Queensland 2025-26: Rates, Thresholds & Exemptions$21,850 on a $700K QLD property. First home buyers get concessions up to $550K. Full transfer duty rates, thresholds, and foreign buyer surcharges.
NSW Stamp Duty 2026: $31,335 on $800K (First Home Buyers: $0)An $800K property costs $31,335 in NSW stamp duty in 2026 — but first home buyers pay $0 under $800K. See the exact figure for any price plus FHB exemption thresholds.
Stamp Duty in Victoria 2025-26: Rates, Concessions & Changes$44,000+ on a $800K VIC property. First home buyers save up to $33,250 on homes under $600K. Full Victorian stamp duty rates and concessions.