Australian Property Stamp Duty Rates at July 2015.
Stamp Duty is paid on most House Purchases in Australia
There are a few exceptions, and the rate is NOT the same in each state.
Stamp Duty rates on Residential Homes valued at: $400,000.
$11,650 ACT
$13,490 NSW
$16,515 NT
$ 5,250 QLD
$16,330 SA
$13,998 Tas
$16,370 Vic
$13,005 WA
Stamp Duty rates on Residential Homes valued at: $800,000.
$31,550 ACT
$31,490 NSW
$39,600 NT
$21,850 QLD
$37,830 SA
$31,185 Tas
$43,070 Vic
$32,316 WA
First Home owners do get various exemptions and discounts, while investment property purchases often pay the higher rate.