How much stamp duty
will I pay in WA?
Calculates Western Australia transfer duty using current RevenueWA rates and 2025 first home buyer concessions.
Tell us about the property
Updates instantly. WA general rate is the same for owner-occupiers and investors — concessions apply only for eligible first home buyers.
First home buyers must meet eligibility criteria (Australian citizen/PR, 18+, never owned residential property in Australia).
Affects the FHB concession ceiling: $700k metro, $750k regional.
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The current WA stamp duty rules — explained
Stamp duty (officially transfer duty) is a state tax on the transfer of property. In Western Australia it's payable within one month of settlement, and it's typically the largest upfront cost after the deposit itself.
The general rate
WA uses a five-bracket marginal system. Same rates apply whether you're an owner-occupier, investor, or buying through a company — there is no separate investor schedule and no premium tier for high-value properties.
- Up to $120,000 — $1.90 per $100
- $120,001 to $150,000 — $2,280 plus $2.85 per $100 over $120,000
- $150,001 to $360,000 — $3,135 plus $3.80 per $100 over $150,000
- $360,001 to $725,000 — $11,115 plus $4.75 per $100 over $360,000
- Above $725,000 — $28,453 plus $5.15 per $100 over $725,000
First home buyers — the March 2025 changes
From 21 March 2025, WA significantly expanded first home buyer relief for established homes:
- $0 duty on established homes valued at $500,000 or less
- Concessional rate on homes between $500,001 and $700,000 in Perth Metro and Peel
- Concessional rate on homes between $500,001 and $750,000 in regional WA
- Above the upper threshold, the standard general rate applies
To be eligible, you must satisfy the First Home Owner Grant criteria: Australian citizen or permanent resident, aged 18 or over, you (and any partner) must never have previously owned residential property in Australia, and you must move into the property within 12 months of settlement and live there for at least six continuous months.
What's not modelled here
The 7% foreign buyer surcharge, off-the-plan apartment concessions (valid until 30 June 2026), vacant land thresholds, and family-court or deceased-estate exemptions all affect specific situations. If you're in any of those scenarios, the number above won't be accurate — talk to a broker or conveyancer.
WA stamp duty, explained.
How is WA stamp duty calculated?
Marginal bracket system — each slice of the price is taxed at a different rate. The figures above match RevenueWA's general rate schedule.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in WA?
From 21 March 2025, eligible first home buyers pay no transfer duty on established homes up to $500,000. Concessional rates apply up to $700,000 (Perth Metro/Peel) or $750,000 (regional WA).
Is regional WA treated differently to Perth?
Only for the FHB concession — regional WA gets the higher $750,000 ceiling. The general rate is identical state-wide.
What about foreign buyers?
An additional 7% surcharge applies to residential property purchased by a foreign person. This calculator estimates the standard duty only.
What other costs do I need to budget for?
On top of stamp duty: mortgage registration (~$210), transfer registration (a few hundred dollars depending on price), conveyancer fees ($1,000–$2,000), building and pest inspections ($500–$800), and any lender fees. Budget 4–6% of the purchase price for total upfront costs above the deposit.
When do I pay it?
Within one month of settlement. Your conveyancer or settlement agent typically handles the lodgement with RevenueWA.