Strata Levy Comparison

This calculator lets you compare strata fees across two or three properties side-by-side. For each property, enter the location, building type, size, age, and amenities. The calculator estimates quarterly and annual levies using industry data, then compares them across all properties.

If you have the actual quarterly levy from a strata report, enter it in the Known Quarterly Levy field. This overrides our estimate and gives you a more accurate comparison. The 10-year projection will also use the actual levy as its starting point.

The 10-year cumulative cost projection assumes a 5% annual increase rate and 2.5% inflation, showing you the true long-term cost difference between properties.

• You're a buyer deciding between two or three apartments or townhouses
• You want to understand the long-term cost implications of different strata fee levels
• You're an investor comparing net yield across properties with different levy structures
• You want to quantify how amenities, building age, or location affect strata costs

Quarterly Levy

The amount charged every three months by the owners corporation to cover building operating costs and the capital works fund. This is the primary cost you pay as an owner.

Known vs Estimated Levy

An 'estimated' levy is calculated from industry averages. A 'known' levy is the actual amount from a strata report. Known levies are always more accurate for comparison.

10-Year Cumulative Cost

The total amount you'll pay in strata fees over 10 years, assuming fees increase at 5% per year. This reveals how seemingly small quarterly differences compound over time.

Strata Report / Information Certificate

An official document from the owners corporation containing the current levy schedule, financial statements, capital works fund balance, and any planned special levies. Essential reading before buying.