Western Australia stamp duty rates 2025-26
Western 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 – $120,000 | $1.90 per $100 |
| $120,001 – $150,000 | $2,280 + $2.85 per $100 over $120,000 |
| $150,001 – $360,000 | $3,135 + $3.80 per $100 over $150,000 |
| $360,001 – $725,000 | $11,115 + $4.75 per $100 over $360,000 |
| Over $725,000 | $28,453 + $5.15 per $100 over $725,000 |
WA applies a 7% foreign transfer duty surcharge to foreign buyers of residential property.
First home buyers in Western Australia
From 21 March 2025, first home buyers in the metropolitan/Peel area pay no duty up to $500,000, then a concessional rate to $700,000. Vacant land is exempt to $350,000 and tapers to $450,000. Regional thresholds are slightly higher.
Tick First home buyer above and the calculator shows your WA concession instantly. For a full comparison of every state, read the first home buyer stamp duty guide.
Worked examples for WA
Standard duty (before first-home concessions) at three common price points in Western Australia:
| Purchase price | Stamp duty | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|
| $600,000 | $22,515 | 3.75% |
| $800,000 | $32,316 | 4.04% |
| $1,000,000 | $42,616 | 4.26% |
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 $210.30 in WA (a fixed government charge to register your loan).
- Land transfer / title registration fee: a separate fee that varies with price — check the WA 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 Western Australia?
It depends on the price. On an $800,000 home the standard duty in Western Australia is about $32,316. Use the calculator for your exact price, property type and buyer status.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in WA?
From 21 March 2025, first home buyers in the metropolitan/Peel area pay no duty up to $500,000, then a concessional rate to $700,000. Vacant land is exempt to $350,000 and tapers to $450,000. Regional thresholds are slightly higher.
Are these WA 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 WA revenue office or a conveyancer.