SA Stamp Duty Calculator 2026 — South Australia Stamp Duty

Stamp Duty in South Australia — 2026 Guide

South Australia stamp duty (officially called transfer duty) is a state government tax paid when you buy property. It’s calculated on a sliding scale — the higher the purchase price, the higher the rate. South Australia abolished stamp duty for first home buyers purchasing new homes from June 2024.

First home buyers: stamp duty abolished for eligible first home buyers on new builds from June 2024. Always verify current thresholds at the SA Revenue Office.

💡 Tip: Stamp duty is one of the biggest upfront costs in property buying — often $15,000–$40,000 on a typical home. Always budget for it before you start shopping.

Rates are based on SA Revenue Office schedules for 2025-26. Always verify current rates at www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au/taxes-and-duties/stamp-duties before making financial decisions.

🇦🇺 South Australia • Updated 2026

South Australia Stamp Duty Calculator 2026

Calculate transfer duty on South Australia properties. Includes first home buyer concessions, foreign purchaser surcharges, and full upfront cost estimates.

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First Home Buyer in South Australia?
SA does not offer a stamp duty concession for first home buyers. The $15,000 First Home Owner Grant applies to new builds.
🏡 I am a First Home Buyer
🌍 Foreign purchaser / non-resident
📋 Stamp Duty Summary —
Purchase Price
Stamp Duty
Transfer / Registration Fee (est.)
Legal / Conveyancing (est.)
Building & Pest Inspection (est.)$400 – $700
Estimated Total Upfront Costs
Top Rate (South Australia)
5.5% on all properties over $500,000
Foreign Purchaser
Foreign ownership surcharge may apply

SA Stamp Duty Rates 2026

Property ValueDuty Payable
$0 – $12,000$1.00 per $100
$12,001 – $30,000$120 + $2.00 per $100 over $12,000
$30,001 – $50,000$480 + $3.00 per $100 over $30,000
$50,001 – $100,000$1,080 + $3.50 per $100 over $50,000
$100,001 – $200,000$2,830 + $4.00 per $100 over $100,000
$200,001 – $300,000$6,830 + $4.25 per $100 over $200,000
Over $300,000$11,330 + $5.50 per $100 over $300,000

First Home Buyer: First home buyers purchasing established homes pay no stamp duty. New homes also exempt.

$500k example: $21,330$750k example: $35,080
About Stamp Duty in South Australia

Stamp duty (officially called transfer duty in South Australia) is a state government tax paid when property changes ownership. It is one of the largest upfront costs when buying a home — often ranging from $10,000 to $50,000+ depending on the purchase price.

South Australia charges stamp duty on both the land and building value. SA also has emergency services levy (ESL) which is separate from stamp duty.

Official South Australia Revenue Office calculator →
Disclaimer: Stamp duty rates and concessions change regularly. This calculator provides estimates only — always verify current rates with the South Australia Revenue Office or your conveyancer before settling.
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