How much is the First Home Owner Grant in the Northern Territory?

The NT First Home Owner Grant is $10,000 for new homes valued up to $750,000. Additionally, the HomeBuild Access grant provides up to $10,000 extra for building a new home in the Northern Territory, potentially giving first home builders up to $20,000 in grants.

Is there stamp duty help for first home buyers in the NT?

Yes. The Northern Territory offers stamp duty concessions for first home buyers on established homes up to $650,000. This makes the NT one of the most generous states for first home buyer support when combining the FHOG, HomeBuild Access, and stamp duty concessions.

Can I get both the FHOG and HomeBuild Access grant?

If you are building a new home in the NT, you may be eligible for both the $10,000 FHOG and up to $10,000 from the HomeBuild Access grant, totalling up to $20,000 in government grants. Eligibility criteria differ for each grant — check with the Territory Revenue Office.

Can I get the NT FHOG for an existing home?

No. The NT First Home Owner Grant only applies to new homes. However, first home buyers purchasing established homes can benefit from stamp duty concessions on properties up to $650,000.

How much is the First Home Owner Grant in the Northern Territory?

The NT First Home Owner Grant is $10,000 for new homes valued up to $750,000. Additionally, the HomeBuild Access grant provides up to $10,000 extra for building a new home in the Northern Territory, potentially giving first home builders up to $20,000 in grants.

Is there stamp duty help for first home buyers in the NT?

Yes. The Northern Territory offers stamp duty concessions for first home buyers on established homes up to $650,000. This makes the NT one of the most generous states for first home buyer support when combining the FHOG, HomeBuild Access, and stamp duty concessions.

Can I get both the FHOG and HomeBuild Access grant?

If you are building a new home in the NT, you may be eligible for both the $10,000 FHOG and up to $10,000 from the HomeBuild Access grant, totalling up to $20,000 in government grants. Eligibility criteria differ for each grant — check with the Territory Revenue Office.

Can I get the NT FHOG for an existing home?

No. The NT First Home Owner Grant only applies to new homes. However, first home buyers purchasing established homes can benefit from stamp duty concessions on properties up to $650,000.

First Home Owner Grant in Northern Territory (NT) — $10,000 (FHOG) + up to $10,000 (HomeBuild Access grant for building)

The NT First Home Owner Grant is $10,000 for new homes up to $750,000, plus up to $10,000 extra via HomeBuild Access. Learn eligibility, stamp duty concessions, and how to apply.

Definition

Northern Territory First Home Owner Grant

The Northern Territory First Home Owner Grant is $10,000 (FHOG) + up to $10,000 (HomeBuild Access grant for building) for eligible first home buyers. New homes only for FHOG.

Quick Facts

Grant Amount	$10,000 (FHOG) + up to $10,000 (HomeBuild Access grant for building)
Property Value Cap	$750,000
New or Existing	New homes only for FHOG. The separate BuildBonus and HomeBuild Access grants may apply to building new homes.
Residency Requirement	Must live in the property as your principal place of residence for a continuous period of at least 6 months, commencing within 12 months of completion or settlement
Legislation	First Home Owner Grant Act 2000 (NT)
How to Apply	Apply through the Territory Revenue Office or through your lender at the time of settlement.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the First Home Owner Grant in Northern Territory, you must meet all of the following criteria:

Age	Must be at least 18 years old
Citizenship	Australian citizen or permanent resident (at least one applicant)
Previous Ownership	Must not have previously owned residential property in Australia
Occupancy	Must live in the property as your principal place of residence for a continuous period of at least 6 months, commencing within 12 months

How to Apply

Apply through the Territory Revenue Office or through your lender at the time of settlement.

Tip: Most lenders and mortgage brokers can process the FHOG application on your behalf at the time of settlement. The grant amount is typically credited at settlement, reducing the funds you need to bring to the table.

Other Schemes You Can Combine

First home buyers in Northern Territory may also be eligible for these concurrent programs:

Stamp duty concessions — first home buyers pay no stamp duty on established homes up to $650,000
HomeBuild Access grant — up to $10,000 for building a new home in the NT
Home Guarantee Scheme (federal) — purchase with 5% deposit without LMI
First Home Super Saver Scheme (federal) — withdraw voluntary super contributions for your deposit

Frequently Asked Questions — NT First Home Owner Grant

FHOG in Other States

NSW— $10,000 VIC— $10,000 QLD— $30,000 WA— $10,000 SA— $15,000 TAS— $30,000 ACT— No

Read the full guide: First Home Buyer Guide Australia

Related Resources

Stamp Duty Exemptions for First Home Buyers — State-by-state breakdown of available exemptions and concessions.
Stamp Duty Calculator — Calculate your stamp duty liability including first home buyer concessions.
First Home Buyer Guide Australia — The complete guide covering the buying process, costs, and tips.
Borrowing Capacity Calculator — Estimate how much you can borrow based on your income and expenses.

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