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Buying a first home

  • $17,000 for first home buyers who buy or build a new home
  • No transfer duty on first homes under $500,000

As a first home buyer purchasing or building a new house, townhouse or unit under $600,000 in value, you may be eligible to receive the Queensland Government’s Building Boost Grant of $10,000. Combined with the First Home Owner Grant, you may be eligible for grant assistance totalling $17,000.

Access the links below to find out if you may be eligible and to learn more about the grants, including how to apply.

  • Eligibilty tester
  • Transfer duty calculator
  • How to apply
  • Frequently asked questions
Last reviewed:
1 August 2011