What is a house and land package in Australia?

A house and land package is a bundled purchase of a vacant block of land plus a fixed-price contract to build a home on it, sold by a single developer or builder. Most packages are off-the-plan in growth corridors of major capital cities (e.g. Sydney's Northwest, Melbourne's Werribee/Wyndham, Brisbane's Ripley/Logan, Perth's Alkimos) and settle as land first, then a separate construction contract.

How much do house and land packages cost in Australia?

Entry-level house and land packages in major growth corridors typically range from $560,000 (Brisbane outer west, Perth north) to $850,000 (Sydney Northwest, Melbourne Werribee). Premium packages in established estates can exceed $1.2m. Land typically accounts for 40–55% of the total price; the build contract covers the remainder.

Are house and land packages eligible for the First Home Owner Grant?

Yes — newly built homes (including house and land packages) attract the First Home Owner Grant in every state ($10,000 in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA; up to $30,000 in Tasmania). House and land packages also qualify for stamp duty concessions on the land component, and many fall under the federal First Home Guarantee scheme allowing 5% deposits without LMI.

What is a turn-key house and land package?

Turn-key means the build contract includes everything needed to move in: floor coverings, blinds, driveway, fencing, landscaping, letterbox, and clothesline. Standard 'base' contracts often exclude these (called 'site costs and inclusions extras') and can add $30k–$80k to the advertised price. Always ask for a full inclusions list before signing.

When do I pay for a house and land package?

Land settles first (typically 14–60 days after contract or when titles register, whichever is later) — you pay the full land price + stamp duty at land settlement. Construction is then funded via progress payments to the builder at 5 fixed stages: deposit (5%), base (15%), frame (20%), lockup (25%), fixing (20%), and practical completion (15%). Most banks offer a single construction loan covering both stages.

What states have the best house and land package availability?

Victoria has the most active market (Wyndham, Casey, Mitchell, Hume LGAs); Queensland's Logan and Ipswich corridors are second; NSW's Northwest (The Hills, Penrith, Camden) and Southwest (Liverpool, Campbelltown) are third. WA's Perth north (Alkimos, Yanchep) and south (Baldivis) offer the lowest entry prices nationally.

Can I customise a house and land package?

Yes, but with limits. Most builders allow internal layout changes, kitchen/bathroom upgrades, and facade selection at no charge or modest cost. Major structural changes (moving load-bearing walls, adding a second storey) are usually quoted separately. Customisation is locked at the 'colour selection' meeting before construction starts.

What's the difference between off-the-plan and house and land?

Off-the-plan typically refers to apartments and townhouses bought before construction completes, paid as a single contract at settlement. House and land packages split the purchase into two contracts (land + build) with separate settlements. House and land usually qualifies for stamp duty savings on the land-only portion, which can save $20k–$40k vs buying an established home.

House and land packages across Australia

New builds in growth corridors — turn-key, FHOG-eligible, builder-direct

House & Land • Australia-wide

Propvia lists house and land packages across Australia's fastest-growing corridors — Sydney Northwest & Southwest, Melbourne Wyndham/Casey, Brisbane Ripley/Logan, Perth Alkimos/Baldivis, and SA Mount Barker. Most packages qualify for the First Home Owner Grant ($10k NSW/VIC/QLD/WA, up to $30k TAS) and stamp duty concessions on the land component. Typical entry pricing: $560k–$850k turn-key.

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House and land — typical pricing by state

2026 entry-level turn-key pricing in major growth corridors.

NSW

The Hills, Penrith, Camden

$760k–$920k

VIC

Wyndham, Casey, Mitchell

$580k–$780k

QLD

Logan, Ipswich, Ripley

$560k–$720k

WA

Alkimos, Baldivis, Yanchep

$480k–$640k

SA

Mount Barker, Munno Para

$520k–$680k

TAS

Brighton, Sorell

$540k–$680k

ACT

Whitlam, Strathnairn

$780k–$950k

NT

Palmerston, Zuccoli

$480k–$620k

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How to buy a house and land package

1
Choose a growth corridor and shortlist estates
Browse Propvia's listings filtered to House & Land + new builds across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA.
2
Compare base price vs turn-key
Always ask for the full inclusions list — base contracts can hide $30–80k of extras.
3
Apply for First Home Owner Grant + stamp duty concession
Submit via your state revenue office before land settlement; concessions only apply to new builds.
4
Arrange a construction loan
Construction loans release funds in 5 progress stages — most banks offer combined land + build loans.
5
Settle land, then start construction
Land settlement triggers the build contract. Typical build time is 8–14 months from slab pour.

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House and land packages — frequently asked questions

What Australian buyers ask about new builds, FHOG, and turn-key contracts.

House and land packages across Australia

House and land — typical pricing by state

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VIC

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How to buy a house and land package

Choose a growth corridor and shortlist estates

Compare base price vs turn-key

Apply for First Home Owner Grant + stamp duty concession

Arrange a construction loan

Settle land, then start construction

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