Stamp Duty on a $900,000 Home in Northern Territory (2026–27)
What you'll pay in transfer duty on a $900,000 property in Northern Territory, for owner-occupiers, first home buyers and investors.
$900,000 stamp duty in Northern Territory by buyer type
| Buyer | Duty | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home to live in | $44,550 | 4.95% | – |
| First home (established) | $44,550 | 4.95% | The NT has no stamp duty concession for first home buyers. Eligible buyers of new homes may get the HomeGrown Territory Grant instead. |
| First home (new) | $44,550 | 4.95% | The NT has no stamp duty concession for first home buyers. Eligible buyers of new homes may get the HomeGrown Territory Grant instead. |
| Investment | $44,550 | 4.95% | – |
First home buyers
At $900,000, first home buyers in Northern Territory pay the same $44,550 as other owner-occupiers on an established home. There's no first home buyer concession at this price.
The NT has no stamp duty concession for first home buyers. Eligible buyers of new homes may get the HomeGrown Territory Grant instead.
How much cash you'll need
With a 20% deposit of $180,000, stamp duty takes the cash you need at settlement to about $224,550 for an owner-occupier, before legal fees, inspections and government registration fees. Duty is usually due at or soon after settlement, and most lenders won't add it to your loan.
How duty changes around $900,000 in Northern Territory
Between $900,000 and $1,000,000, duty rises from $44,550 to $49,500. Each extra $1,000 you pay for the property in that range adds about $50 in duty (5.0%), so negotiating $20,000 off the price would save about $990 in duty as well.
At $800,000, the same buyer would pay $39,600, $4,950 less.
Stamp duty of $44,550 is 25% of a 20% deposit on this property. Saved at $500 a week, it would take about 1.7 years to put aside the duty alone.
$900,000 stamp duty in every state
| State | Owner-occupier | First home buyer (established) |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | $34,687 | $19,594 |
| Victoria | $49,070 | $49,070 |
| Queensland | $26,350 | $26,350 |
| Western Australia | $37,466 | $37,466 |
| South Australia | $43,330 | $43,330 |
| Tasmania | $35,685 | $35,685 |
| ACT | $28,058 | $0 |
| Northern Territory | $44,550 | $44,550 |
Other prices in Northern Territory
$400k · $500k · $600k · $700k · $750k · $800k · $1m · $1.2m · $1.5m · $2m · full NT table
Transfer duty only, at 2026–27 rates. Excludes foreign buyer surcharges and registration fees. First home buyer figures assume you meet every eligibility rule.
Frequently asked questions
How much is stamp duty on a $900,000 house in Northern Territory?
About $44,550 for an owner-occupier in 2026–27, an effective rate of 4.95%. An investor pays $44,550.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty on a $900,000 home in Northern Territory?
At $900,000, first home buyers in Northern Territory pay the same $44,550 as other owner-occupiers on an established home. There's no first home buyer concession at this price.
Which state has the lowest stamp duty on a $900,000 home?
Queensland is lowest at $26,350 for an owner-occupier, and Victoria is highest at $49,070.
Last reviewed October 2026. Estimates for general information only, based on 2026–27 rates. Check important figures with the relevant government agency or a licensed professional.