Questions about buying in Queensland
How much is stamp duty in Queensland?
It depends on the price and on who is buying. On an indicative 2026-27 schedule, an owner-occupier buying an established home at $700,000 in Queensland pays about $17,350. Duty rises faster than price, so the average rate increases as the property becomes more expensive. Queensland Revenue Office publishes the current schedule.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in Queensland?
Indicative relief: the first home concession removes duty to $700,000, and the concession then reduces in steps until it reaches nil at $800,000. New homes attract a full concession with no price cap. First home buyer figures on this page assume eligibility, and conditions including residence requirements apply. The revenue office should be checked before a purchase is relied upon.
What is the 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in Queensland?
$1,000,000 in Brisbane and the defined regional centres, and $700,000 elsewhere. Both the purchase price and the lender's assessed value must be at or below the cap for the location.
Are home loan interest rates different in Queensland?
No. Australian lenders price home loans nationally, so the rate offered does not depend on the state. What differs by jurisdiction is the cost of the transaction: transfer duty, first home buyer concessions, grants and land tax. Those differences can amount to tens of thousands of dollars on the same purchase price.
Can I use a broker for a purchase in Queensland?
Yes. Australian credit licensing is national, so an accredited broker can arrange finance for a property anywhere in Australia. Conveyancing is the part that is state based, and a conveyancer or solicitor admitted in Queensland should handle the transaction itself.