Question 1

How much is stamp duty on a $800K property in Queensland?

Accepted Answer

For an owner-occupier buying an existing $800K home in Queensland, stamp duty is $21,850 based on 2025-26 rates. That's an effective rate of 2.73%, meaning you pay 2.73% of the property value in duty. Investors pay $29,025 (3.63% effective rate).

Question 2

Do first home buyers get a stamp duty concession on a $800K property in QLD?

Accepted Answer

At $800K, first home buyers in Queensland do not receive a stamp duty concession — the property value exceeds the FHB threshold. The full $21,850 applies. However, you may still be eligible for the $30,000 First Home Owner Grant on eligible new homes.

Question 3

How much extra do foreign buyers pay on a $800K property in QLD?

Accepted Answer

Foreign buyers pay an additional 8% surcharge in Queensland. On a $800K property, that's $64,000 on top of the standard $21,850 duty, bringing the total to $85,850. The effective rate for foreign buyers is 10.73% — roughly 3.9x the standard rate.

Question 4

Is QLD the cheapest state for stamp duty on a $800K property?

Accepted Answer

Yes — at $800K, QLD has the lowest stamp duty of any Australian state or territory at $21,850 (2.73% effective rate). This makes Queensland one of the most affordable states for property transfer costs at this price point.

Question 5

How is stamp duty calculated on a $800K property in QLD?

Accepted Answer

Queensland uses a progressive bracket system with 3 brackets. Your $800K property value is split across the brackets, and each portion is taxed at an increasing rate. The total $21,850 is the sum of duty from all brackets. This is similar to how income tax works — you don't pay the top rate on the entire amount, only on the portion within each bracket.

Question 6

How can I reduce stamp duty on a $800K property in QLD?

Accepted Answer

At $800K in Queensland, you may be able to reduce your $21,850 stamp duty bill by: negotiate a lower purchase price (duty is based on the sale price). Some of these strategies can save tens of thousands of dollars — check your eligibility using the calculator above.

Question 7

When do I pay the $21,850 stamp duty in QLD?

Accepted Answer

In Queensland, stamp duty on your $800K property is due within 30 days of settlement. Your conveyancer or solicitor will typically include it in the settlement statement and handle the payment to the state revenue office on your behalf. Make sure to budget for this cost on top of your deposit.

Price	Standard Duty	FHB Duty	Effective Rate
$700,000	$17,350	$0 (exempt)	2.48%
$750,000	$19,600	$10,925	2.61%
$850,000	$24,100	$24,100	2.84%
$900,000	$26,350	$26,350	2.93%
$1,000,000	$30,850	$30,850	3.08%

State	Duty on $800K	Effective Rate
QLD (this state)	$21,850	2.73%
ACT	$22,158	2.77%
NSW	$30,412	3.80%
TAS	$31,185	3.90%
WA	$32,316	4.04%
SA	$37,830	4.73%
NT	$39,600	4.95%
VIC	$43,070	5.38%

Stamp Duty on $800,000 in QLD

Stamp Duty Scenarios at $800K in QLD

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Stamp Duty at Nearby Prices in QLD

$800K Property — All States Compared

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Stamp Duty FAQs — $800K in QLD

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