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First Home Buyer Guide

Buy Your First Home in Turella

Turella challenges first home budgets. Consider nearby Arncliffe for more accessible entry points.

$500K
Entry Unit Price
$1.40M
Entry House Price
3/10
FHB Suitability
18-25 min via Princes Hwy
to Sydney CBD

First Home Buyer Grants & Incentives 2026

NSW offers generous support for first home buyers. Here's what you may be eligible for when buying in Turella.

First Home Owner Grant (FHOG)

$10,000

New homes up to $750,000

Stamp Duty Exemption

Up to $31,000 saved

Properties under $800,000

First Home Guarantee

5% deposit (no LMI)

Income up to $125,000 (single) / $200,000 (couple)

Family Home Guarantee

2% deposit

Single parents with dependents

Why Turella is Great for First Home Buyers

Turella scores 3/10 for first home buyer suitability. Here's why.

Affordability

  • Entry units from $500K
  • Entry houses from $1.40M
  • Stamp duty exemption for units under $800K

Commute & Transport

  • Turella Station (T4 Line)
  • Direct CBD trains (20 min)
  • Bus to Hurstville
  • 18-25 min via Princes Hwy to CBD

Lifestyle & Amenities

  • Turella Station
  • Heritage streetscapes
  • Federation homes

Growth Potential

Turella has grown 5.5% (houses) and 4.8% (units) in the past 12 months. Your first home could be a strong long-term investment.

+4.8%
Unit Growth (12 months)

5 Steps to Buying Your First Home in Turella

1

Get Pre-Approved

Talk to a mortgage broker to understand your borrowing capacity and get pre-approval.

2

Research & Shortlist

Work with Michael to identify suitable properties in your budget and preferred areas.

3

Inspect Properties

Attend open homes and private inspections. Michael will highlight pros and cons of each.

4

Make an Offer

Michael guides you through negotiations or auction strategy to secure your first home.

5

Settlement & Keys

Complete the purchase with your conveyancer and collect the keys to your new home!

What Turella Clients Say

Real results from real clients in Turella and surrounding suburbs

Michael's knowledge of the St George market was invaluable. He achieved a price well above our expectations.

James & Sarah T.

Family HomeSt George2025

Professional, responsive, and genuinely cares about his clients. Would recommend Michael to anyone buying or selling.

Maria C.

Investment UnitSt George2025

After 25 years in our family home, Michael made the transition to a smaller property seamless and stress-free.

David L.

Downsizer VillaSt George2024

First Home Buying FAQs for Turella

Common questions about buying property in Turella

What grants are available for first home buyers in NSW?
NSW first home buyers can access: First Home Owner Grant ($10,000 for new homes), stamp duty exemptions for properties under $800,000, and the First Home Guarantee Scheme (5% deposit with no LMI).
How much deposit do I need?
With the First Home Guarantee Scheme, you may only need 5% deposit. Otherwise, standard deposits are 10-20%. Michael can connect you with mortgage brokers who specialise in first home buyer lending.
What are the hidden costs of buying?
Budget for: stamp duty (unless exempt), conveyancing ($1,500-2,500), building & pest inspection ($400-600), and loan establishment fees. Michael provides a free buyer's cost calculator.

Ready to Buy Your First Home in Turella?

Michael Kalinovski has helped hundreds of first home buyers find their perfect property in St George.

5 Google Rating
Helped 100s of FHBs
25+ Years Experience