Australian Homeowners FREAK OUT as $58,000 Apartment Fees CRASH Melbourne Housing!

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Melbourne Apartment Fees Explained: $58,000+ in Hidden Costs Breaking the Housing Market (2025)
Buying an apartment in Melbourne costs way more than just the purchase price. In this video, we break down exactly where the $58,000+ in fees and taxes goes when purchasing a million-dollar apartment, and why 8,000 new apartments remain unsold across Melbourne.
We cover stamp duty calculations (5-6% of purchase price), body corporate fees ($1,000-$10,000/year), special levies for unexpected repairs, and how these costs are impacting buyer demand and the broader Melbourne property market.
What you'll learn:
Real stamp duty costs: $33,300 for $600K, $39,570 for $700K, $58,270 for $1M apartments
Body corporate fees breakdown by building type
Why special levies catch apartment owners off guard
How 17% of new Melbourne apartments (8,000 units) remain unsold
What to check before buying any Melbourne apartment

📚 SOURCES & FURTHER READING:
Complete Conveyancing - Stamp Duty Explained: https://www.completeconveyancing.com....
Unconditional Finance - Stamp Duty Guide: https://unconditionalfinance.com.au/b...
Wood Property - Costs to Buy and Sell an Apartment: https://www.woodproperty.com.au/cost-...
Financial Mappers - Average Body Corporate Fee Victoria: https://financialmappers.com.au/what-...
Realestate.com.au - Owners Corporation Fees Rising: https://www.realestate.com.au/news/ho...
Pearson Chambers - Hidden Costs of Melbourne Apartment Living: https://www.pearsonchambers.com.au/bl...
The Fifth Estate - Why 8000 Unsold Apartments in Melbourne: https://thefifthestate.com.au/housing...
ABC News - Victoria Stamp Duty Concessions: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-2...

⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult qualified professionals before making investment decisions.

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