APARTMENT BUYERS GUIDE
Your guide to buying an apartment with Sekisui House in NSW
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WHERE POSSIBILITY LIVES
Buying a home should be filled with promise - the excitement of a fresh chapter, the comfort of belonging, and the reassurance that you’ve made the right decision.
At Sekisui House Australia, we make your property journey simple, transparent, and rewarding, supporting you from first enquiry to move-in day with care and expertise.
Guided by a philosophy that places people at the heart of everything we do, we craft apartments designed for connection, longevity, and joy. Here, you’re not just buying a home - you’re investing in a future filled with possibilities.
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The Orchards Norwest, Sydney Sanctuary Wentworth Point, Sydney
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
Sekisui House is a specialist property developer and builder. With our origins in Japan, we bring high standards of quality, design and service to Australia.
From Japan to the world.
It’s our purpose to build homes with the changing world in mind. We’ve delivered over 2.7 million homes worldwide, with current projects spanning across Japan, the United States, Australia and Singapore. On the back of over 60 years’ experience, we continue to evolve and innovate creatively everywhere we go. And in Australia, we have great momentum - with 9,000+ homes in the pipeline in Australia alone.
Global thinking, powered by locals. While we bring the Sekisui House common values and design principles to the world, it’s the locally based teams who bring it to life every day. At each stage of a project, from product design, development management, sales, marketing and customer service, you’ll find an experienced Sekisui House staff member who is a specialist in their field.
2.7+ MILLION
Homes now delivered by Sekisui House worldwide*
$17+ BILLION
Development ValueSekisui House Australia **
13,000+ HOMES
Properties now delivered by Sekisui House Australia **
9,000+ PROPERTIES
Properties in our pipeline in Australia **
LOCAL HEART
Delivering homes people love and communities that flourish.
Communities that flourish and thrive.
Whether we’re developing houses, apartments or entire masterplanned communities, our thinking doesn’t just end with physical structures. We believe in the strength of community, which is why we build in growth areas to ensure their liveability and longevity. Our goal is to create beautiful spaces for families, friends and neighbours to interact, live and grow - with the infrastructure to support a better life.
Homes for life.
Our objective is to produce homes where people feel comfortable and want to live in for generations. This aim guides all our operations, including apartments. Sekisui House homes are grounded in holistic thinking, designed for a lifetime and expected to grow in character over the years, becoming an ever greater asset to their communities.
Truth
and trust.
At Sekisui House, a relationship with our customers is one we believe in fostering well after the keys are handed over. While we’re there to make life less stressful before and during the build, our core philosophy - love of humanity - motivates us to continue supportive and inspiring relationships with our customers for life.
START THE JOURNEY HOME
01. CHOOSE
Choose your project
Find the right Sekisui House community for you by visiting:
At Sekisui House, whether a development consists of land, house and land or apartments, our aim is the same - to make spaces that are truly liveable by cultivating communities.
02. VISIT
Visit the Sekisui House sales office
All Sekisui House sales centres are open 7 days a week. Book an appointment and our Sales Team will help you find the perfect apartment. Sekisui House has a dedicated Sales Team for every project to help you navigate through the various stages of the sales journey.
03. SECURE
Secure your property
You’ve found the apartment you want to buy. Now it’s time to pay a refundable deposit, after which you’ll receive an electronic contract for exchange. From here, you’ll have 14 days until the full 10% deposit * is due. During this time, go through the contract with your solicitor and ensure everything’s in order.
*Please note: From time to time, special promotions or government schemes may apply, which could reduce the deposit amount required.
04.
FINANCE
Financial health check
Now’s the time to conduct a financial health check to make sure you’re comfortable with your repayments and have any financial documents you might need. Doing your homework now can save stress in the long run.
05.
SOLICITOR
Engage with your solicitor
Before reaching contract exchange, your solicitor will review the terms of the contract and ensure that all compulsory disclosures are attached. Ask your solicitor about your eligibility for any NSW Government schemes or incentives.
06. REWARDS
Ask about Sekisui House incentives
Sekisui House’s loyalty program offers repeat and referral rewards. Ask your Sales Team for more information on our exclusive program.
If you have previously purchased a Sekisui House property, join Sekisui House Rewards to gain benefits on second and subsequent purchases. Or refer someone new to Sekisui House and both you and your friend could be eligible for our referral rewards (conditions apply).
07. EXCHANGE
Contract exchange
Once you’re satisfied with the terms of the contract, sign your electronic copy and pay the balance of your 10% deposit to the vendor.
Ask your solicitor for relevant details for your particular project. Your holding deposit forms part of your 10% deposit. Once the contract is signed by both you and Sekisui House, your contract is exchanged and your new home is secured.
Sekisui House has implemented electronic contracts to streamline the contract exchange process and help you secure your new home as quickly as possible.
Central Park - A global precedence in urban renewal, raising the bar for sustainable living. Chippendale, Sydney.
Sanctuary - Sophisticated finishes and generous proportions define the interiors at Landing, the first stage in this masterplanned development. Wentworth Point, Sydney
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08.
STAMP DUTY
Pay Stamp Duty (transfer)
In NSW, the Stamp Duty amount varies depending on whether this is your first or subsequent home, or if you’re a foreign investor.
You will receive a bill from Revenue NSW which will be payable within three months of contract exchange. Your Sales Team can help guide you with questions on your individual situation.
09. UPDATES
Construction updates
Sekisui House provides progress updates on construction milestones for every project. Six months prior to completion, Sekisui House will provide you with a timeline to completion which will assist you with preparing for settlement including, finance pre-approval, valuations, Occupation Certificate, Strata Plan Registration, inspection of your property and furniture buying or tenant sourcing.
At Sekisui House, we’re proud to conduct our own independent inspection of each building to ensure quality control on all apartments, and to ensure our team has addressed any quality issues before you inspect the property.
10. VALUATION
Valuation inspection
Once you have finance preapproval, your bank will arrange a valuation inspection of your property.
Sekisui House streamlines the process for valuation inspections by providing access to your property prior to completion.
11. INSPECTION
Pre-completion inspection
Leading up to completion, Sekisui House will invite you to conduct the first viewing of your new home and answer any questions you may have.
12. SETTLEMENT
Settlement
Once construction is complete, an Occupation Certificate will be issued and Sekisui House will register the plan with NSW Land Registry Services. Sekisui House will issue a notice of settlement to your solicitor. You will need to inform your bank of this date so they can organise the final payment. We’ll also do the official handover on Settlement day.
13. HANDOVER
Handover
The day has finally arrived to hand over your home. We’ll take you through a final inspection of your apartment and present you with the keys to your new home.
The Sekisui House handover experience has been carefully planned, drawing on decades of experience in customer service. After the inspection, we will introduce you to your new community and its facilities, and present you with your keys, manuals and welcome gift.
Melrose Park - Sydney’s largest new urban park. A generous neighbourhood where enduring memories are made. Melrose Park, NSW
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14. MOVE IN 15. SHARE
Move in
Get packed up and set the move-in date with the Sekisui House team. Our dedicated Move In Coordinator will ensure a seamless experience on your move day, providing you with an allocated time slot and a parking space for your truck
Share your thoughts with us Your feedback helps us grow. Our Customer Service team will send you the occasional invitation to share your feedback about your Sekisui House experience.
Waterstone - With breathtaking views and striking architecture, Waterstone is the epitome of premium living. St Leonards, NSW
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A WEALTH OF GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
In different cities, countries, and environments, Sekisui House is pushing the boundaries of residential development. We currently employ over 32,000 people across our global network. Each of our international offices incorporate the strong values of our Japanese heritage, using this as a foundation for working in harmony with local environments, creating strong communities, and building better quality homes all across the globe.
01. SHAWOOD – Indoor/outdoor living is taken to another level in this stunning SHAWOOD home in the ‘Gravis Stage’ range, available as a custom design in Japan.
02. Gledswood Hills – A vibrant, masterplanned community where people and nature come together. Gledswood Hills NSW, Australia.
03. Watertown – A thriving waterside complex, beautifully integrated into the landscape. Punggol, Singapore.
04. Cinco Ranch – Awarded Best-Selling Masterplanned Community in Texas in 2014. Houston, USA.
05. Wuxi Yuqin Residence – Meticulously designed homes within an award-winning masterplanned community situated on the historic Lake Tai. Wuxi City, China.
Disclaimer: All information contained in this document is assumed correct at the time of publication. Any interested parties should make their own enquiries as to the accuracy of the information. We exclude all inferred or implied terms, conditions and warranties arising out of this document and any liability for loss or damage arising there from.
Published November 2025.