calx.io/WA Stamp Duty Calculator
Calculate transfer (stamp) duty on a property purchase in Western Australia, including the first home owner rate and the foreign buyer surcharge.
Pensioner, senior, or concession card holder? You may pay less duty in Western Australia. Check your eligibility with the revenue office.
Estimates only, not financial or legal advice. Duty rates, thresholds, and concessions change and vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances (including income tests and occupancy requirements). Always confirm with the relevant state revenue office before relying on a figure.
Frequently asked questions
How is stamp duty calculated in WA?
WA transfer duty is progressive from 1.9% up to 5.15% above $725,000, with a lower residential rate for owner occupied homes up to $200,000. The calculator applies the current RevenueWA scale.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in WA?
Under the first home owner rate, established and new homes up to $500,000 pay no duty, with a concessional rate phasing out at $700,000 in Perth metro and Peel (regional thresholds differ). Vacant land is free of duty up to $350,000, phasing out at $450,000.
How much extra do foreign buyers pay in WA?
Foreign purchasers pay a 7% surcharge on residential property value in addition to standard transfer duty. The calculator adds it when the foreign buyer toggle is on.