I'm a property investor
When you own a rental property in the ACT, it’s essential to understand your expenses and responsibilities. In addition to the costs of buying the investment property, you also have certain obligations to pay tax, rates and levies.
Follow these links for more information on some of the key factors impacting ACT property investors.
Rates and property charges
Rates
Property owners in the ACT pay rates that provide funding for essential services and infrastructure that all Canberrans rely on.
Land tax
Land tax applies to residential properties in the ACT that are not a principal place of residence, such as rented or vacant property.
Police, fire and emergency services levy
Payable by all properties in the ACT to help fund emergency services.
Safer families levy
Payable by residential and rural properties in the ACT to help fund family and domestic violence support services.