TAS First Home Buyer Stamp Duty Calculator
Tasmania offers a generous first home buyer exemption with a full duty waiver on properties up to $750,000.
Note: This exemption expires 30 June 2026.
Full exemption up to $750,000. No sliding scale - above that, full duty applies.
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Tasmania first home buyer exemption
Tasmania has a simple threshold-based system with no sliding scale:
| Property value | Concession | You pay |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $750,000 | Full exemption | $0 duty |
| Over $750,000 | None | Full duty |
Important: Unlike other states, Tasmania has no sliding scale. If your property is valued at $750,001, you pay the full duty amount with no concession.
Eligibility requirements
- You must be 18 years or older
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Never owned residential property in Australia
- Your spouse/partner must not have previously owned property
- Purchase must be residential property (house, unit, or land to build on)
- Move into the property within 12 months
- Live there as your principal residence for at least 6 continuous months
Expiry date
The current $750,000 threshold is a temporary measure introduced to help first home buyers during the property boom. It expires on 30 June 2026.
After this date, the threshold may revert to a lower amount or the scheme structure may change. Check with the State Revenue Office for the latest information.
First Home Owner Grant (FHOG)
Tasmania also offers a $30,000 First Home Owner Grant for new homes only (not established properties). The property must be valued under $600,000 (including land and building).
The FHOG is separate from stamp duty - you can receive both if eligible.
FAQ
Does this apply to new and established homes?
Yes, the stamp duty exemption applies to both new and established homes up to $750,000.
What happens at $750,001?
You pay full duty with no concession. Tasmania has no sliding scale, so even $1 over the threshold means full duty applies.
Can I get the FHOG and duty exemption?
Yes, if buying a new home under $600,000. Established home buyers can only receive the duty exemption.
Tax Accuracy & Sources
Estimates Tasmania property transfer duty savings for first home buyers. Full exemption applies to properties up to $750,000 (new and established) until 30 June 2026. Does not cover foreign investor surcharges or partial interest transfers.
TAS first home buyer exemption confirmed January 2025. Source: State Revenue Office Tasmania.