Stamp Duty on $700,000 in Tasmania (2025-26)

Stamp duty on a $700,000 property in Tasmania is estimated at $26,748. Including transfer and mortgage registration fees, upfront government costs are about $27,162. This page breaks down each amount and shows concession scenarios.

Stamp duty in Tasmania

Tasmania has a simple progressive duty scale. With a median house price lower than mainland capitals, stamp duty bills are generally more manageable. Tasmania offers a First Home Owner Grant of $30,000 for new homes (matching Queensland's as the joint highest in Australia) and duty concessions for first home buyers.

Policy note: Tasmania's $30,000 First Home Owner Grant for new homes (up to $600,000) is among the most generous nationally. Combined with stamp duty concessions, first home buyers in Tasmania face some of the lowest upfront government costs in Australia.

Foreign buyer surcharge: Tasmania applies a 3% foreign buyer surcharge — significantly lower than most other states.

Stamp duty $26,748.00 TAS transfer duty on $700,000

Effective rate 3.82%

Total upfront $27,162.00

Transfer fee $248.00

Cost Breakdown

Purchase price	$700,000
Stamp duty (TAS)	$26,748.00
Transfer registration fee	$248.00
Mortgage registration fee	$166.00
Total upfront government costs	$27,162.00
Effective stamp duty rate	3.82%

First Home Buyer Concession

Standard stamp duty	$26,748.00
First home buyer duty	$0.00
FHB saving	$26,748.00

Use our TAS First Home Buyer Calculator to check eligibility and get a detailed breakdown.

Compare Nearby Prices in TAS

Price	Stamp Duty	Effective Rate
$600,000	$22,498.00	3.75%
$700,000	$26,748.00	3.82%
$800,000	$31,185.00	3.90%

Compare $700,000 Across States

State	Stamp Duty	Effective Rate
NSW	$25,912.00	3.70%
VIC	$37,070.00	5.30%
QLD	$24,525.00	3.50%
SA	$32,330.00	4.62%
WA	$27,265.00	3.90%
TAS	$26,748.00	3.82%
NT	$34,650.00	4.95%
ACT	$19,700.00	2.81%

Buying in this price range

The $500,000 to $800,000 range covers established houses in middle suburbs and larger apartments. Many first home buyer concessions phase out in this band — NSW FHB concessions taper between $800,000 and $1,000,000, VIC between $600,000 and $750,000. This is where stamp duty starts to feel substantial: at $700,000 in NSW, duty is approximately $27,000, equivalent to several years of savings for many buyers.

FHB concessions phase out — check your threshold

Several states apply sliding scale concessions in this range. In VIC, the FHB concession phases from full exemption at $600,000 to zero at $750,000. In NSW, concessions apply up to $1,000,000. A property priced $10,000 above a threshold can cost thousands more in duty — negotiate the purchase price with this in mind.

Stamp duty vs higher deposit trade-off

At $700,000, stamp duty in most states is $15,000-$30,000. This is money that cannot go toward your deposit, potentially pushing you into Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) territory. Some lenders allow stamp duty to be capitalised into the loan, but this increases your total interest cost.

Owner-occupier vs investor rates differ

In VIC (PPR concession) and QLD (Home Concession), owner-occupiers pay significantly less duty than investors. On a $700,000 property in QLD, the home concession saves approximately $8,000. Make sure your conveyancer applies the correct rate.

Typical buyers: Upgraders, young families, first home buyers near capital cities, and established professionals purchasing their second property.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is stamp duty on a $700,000 property in TAS?

Stamp duty on a $700,000 property in Tasmania is $26,748. This represents an effective stamp duty rate of 3.82% of the purchase price. Including transfer and mortgage registration fees, total upfront government costs are $27,162.

What are the total upfront costs on a $700k property in TAS?

For a $700,000 property in Tasmania, total upfront government costs are approximately $27,162. This includes stamp duty of $26,748, a transfer registration fee of $248, and a mortgage registration fee of $166.

Can first home buyers get a stamp duty concession on $700k in TAS?

Yes. First home buyers purchasing a $700,000 property in Tasmania may pay no stamp duty (full exemption), saving $26,748 compared to the standard rate. Eligibility conditions apply — use our TAS First Home Buyer calculator for details.

How is stamp duty calculated in TAS?

Tasmania uses a progressive bracket system for stamp duty. The rate increases as the property value rises, similar to income tax brackets. Only the portion of the price within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate. Use our interactive TAS Stamp Duty Calculator for a detailed breakdown.

Need a detailed calculation?

Our interactive TAS Stamp Duty Calculator lets you enter any property value and see a full breakdown of duty, fees, and concessions.

First home buyer? Check your eligibility with the TAS First Home Buyer Calculator.