Stamp Duty in South Australia (SA), Rates & Exemptions 2026
South Australia stamp duty rates, brackets, and concessions for 2026. SA abolished stamp duty for FHBs on new homes (since June 2024). 9 duty brackets from 1% to 5.5% plus $15,000 FHOG.
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Definition
South Australia Stamp Duty
Stamp duty (transfer duty) in South Australia is a state government tax paid when you purchase property. Since June 2024, South Australia has abolished stamp duty entirely for first home buyers purchasing new homes, one of the most significant FHB benefits in Australia. SA does not offer stamp duty concessions on established homes for first home buyers, but the $15,000 FHOG applies to new builds (no price cap since June 2024).
Quick Facts
| FHB Exemption | Full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers purchasing new homes (abolished since June 2024). No exemption on established homes. $15,000 FHOG also available for new homes |
| FHB Threshold | Full exemption on new homes (no stamp duty for FHB since June 2024); $15,000 FHOG applies to new homes (no price cap since June 2024) |
| Foreign Surcharge | 7% surcharge for foreign buyers |
| Key Notes | Since June 2024, South Australia has abolished stamp duty entirely for first home buyers purchasing new homes, one of the most significant FHB benefits in Australia. SA does not offer stamp duty concessions on established homes for first home buyers, but the $15,000 FHOG applies to new builds (no price cap since June 2024). |
SA Stamp Duty Rate Brackets
The following table shows the current stamp duty brackets for property purchases in South Australia.
| Property Value | Rate / Duty |
|---|---|
| $0, $12,000 | 1% |
| $12,001, $30,000 | $120 + 2% over $12,000 |
| $30,001, $50,000 | $480 + 3% over $30,000 |
| $50,001, $100,000 | $1,080 + 3.5% over $50,000 |
| $100,001, $200,000 | $2,830 + 4% over $100,000 |
| $200,001, $250,000 | $6,830 + 4.25% over $200,000 |
| $250,001, $300,000 | $8,955 + 4.75% over $250,000 |
| $300,001, $500,000 | $11,330 + 5% over $300,000 |
| Over $500,001 | $21,330 + 5.5% over $500,000 |
First Home Buyer Concessions
Full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers purchasing new homes (abolished since June 2024). No exemption on established homes. $15,000 FHOG also available for new homes
The threshold for first home buyer stamp duty concessions in South Australia is: Full exemption on new homes (no stamp duty for FHB since June 2024); $15,000 FHOG applies to new homes (no price cap since June 2024). Check with your state revenue office for the latest eligibility criteria and application process.
Foreign Buyer Surcharge
7% surcharge for foreign buyers. This surcharge is applied in addition to the standard stamp duty rates shown above. Foreign buyers should factor this additional cost into their purchasing budget.
Tip: Use our Stamp Duty Calculator to get an instant estimate of your stamp duty in South Australia, including first home buyer concessions and foreign buyer surcharges.
Frequently Asked Questions, SA Stamp Duty
On a $500,000 property in South Australia, stamp duty is $21,330. This is the top of the $300,001-$500,000 bracket ($11,330 base + 5% on $200,000 = $10,000 + $11,330). Properties over $500,000 attract an additional 5.5% on the excess.
South Australia abolished stamp duty entirely for first home buyers purchasing new homes, effective since June 2024. This means FHBs pay zero stamp duty on new builds, one of the most generous concessions in Australia. However, SA does not offer stamp duty exemptions on established homes, so FHBs buying existing properties pay the same rates as all other buyers. Eligible buyers can also receive the $15,000 FHOG for new homes (no price cap since June 2024).
SA stamp duty uses nine progressive brackets from 1% on the first $12,000 up to 5.5% on amounts above $500,000. Each bracket applies only to the portion of property value within that range, and base amounts accumulate from lower brackets.
Stamp Duty in Other States
Related Resources
- Stamp Duty Calculator , Calculate your stamp duty including first home buyer concessions.
- Stamp Duty Exemptions for First Home Buyers , State-by-state breakdown of available exemptions and concessions.
- First Home Owner Grant South Australia , Learn about the FHOG and other grants in SA.
- Borrowing Capacity Calculator , Estimate how much you can borrow based on your income and expenses.
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