South Australia stamp duty rates 2025-26
South Australia charges transfer duty on a sliding scale of the property's dutiable value. These are the current brackets the calculator uses:
| Dutiable value | Duty payable |
|---|---|
| $0 – $12,000 | 1.0% of the value |
| $12,001 – $30,000 | $120 + 2.0% over $12,000 |
| $30,001 – $50,000 | $480 + 3.0% over $30,000 |
| $50,001 – $100,000 | $1,080 + 3.5% over $50,000 |
| $100,001 – $200,000 | $2,830 + 4.0% over $100,000 |
| $200,001 – $250,000 | $6,830 + 4.25% over $200,000 |
| $250,001 – $300,000 | $8,955 + 4.75% over $250,000 |
| $300,001 – $500,000 | $11,330 + 5.0% over $300,000 |
| Over $500,000 | $21,330 + 5.5% over $500,000 |
A 7% foreign ownership surcharge applies to foreign purchasers of residential land in SA.
First home buyers in South Australia
South Australia has abolished stamp duty for eligible first home buyers of new or off-the-plan homes, with no value cap. Established homes receive no first-home exemption, so the standard rates apply.
Tick First home buyer above and the calculator shows your SA concession instantly. For a full comparison of every state, read the first home buyer stamp duty guide.
Worked examples for SA
Standard duty (before first-home concessions) at three common price points in South Australia:
| Purchase price | Stamp duty | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|
| $600,000 | $26,830 | 4.47% |
| $800,000 | $37,830 | 4.73% |
| $1,000,000 | $48,830 | 4.88% |
Owner-occupiers and first home buyers often pay less than the figures above. Enter your own price to see your result.
Other government costs
- Mortgage registration fee: about $197 in SA (a fixed government charge to register your loan).
- Land transfer / title registration fee: a separate fee that varies with price — check the SA revenue office for the exact amount.
- Foreign purchaser surcharge: 7% of the value if you are a foreign buyer, on top of standard duty.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is stamp duty in South Australia?
It depends on the price. On an $800,000 home the standard duty in South Australia is about $37,830. Use the calculator for your exact price, property type and buyer status.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in SA?
South Australia has abolished stamp duty for eligible first home buyers of new or off-the-plan homes, with no value cap. Established homes receive no first-home exemption, so the standard rates apply.
Are these SA figures exact?
They are close estimates based on the published 2025-26 rate scale. Concessions, surcharges and settlement timing can change the final figure, so confirm with the SA revenue office or a conveyancer.