Capital Gains Tax Calculator

Calculate the CGT payable on your investment property sale, including the 50% CGT discount for properties held over 12 months.

Property Details

Purchase Price

Sale Price

Holding Period

Eligible for 50% CGT discount

Capital Improvements/Renovations

Buying Costs (stamp duty, legal, inspections)

Selling Costs (agent fees, marketing, legal)

Your Marginal Tax Rate (2024-25)

This was my main residence (CGT exempt)

I am a foreign resident for tax purposes

$25,188

Effective tax rate: 16.3% of capital gain

Total Profit (After Tax)

$129,813

Net Proceeds

$804,813

Sale Price$850,000

Cost Base-$695,000

• Purchase Price$600,000

• Capital Improvements$50,000

• Buying Costs$25,000

• Selling Costs$20,000

Gross Capital Gain$155,000

50% CGT Discount-$77,500

Taxable Capital Gain$77,500

Marginal Tax Rate32.5%

CGT Payable$25,188

Net Proceeds

$804,813 (94.7%)

Selling Costs

$20,000 (2.4%)

CGT Payable

$25,188 (3.0%)

Important CGT Information

The 50% CGT discount applies to Australian residents who hold assets for 12+ months
Your main residence is generally exempt from CGT
Capital losses can be offset against capital gains
This calculator provides estimates only - consult a tax professional for advice

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