Cost & Fees of Living at Solana

Simple, Transparent and Easy to Understand

One of the things homeowners appreciate most about land lease living is its simplicity.

At Solana, there are no complex fee structures or confusing financial arrangements to navigate. Instead, we've created a straightforward model that gives you clarity around your costs and confidence in your decision.

For many homeowners, it's a refreshing change from the ongoing expenses and responsibilities that often come with a traditional family home.

Understanding Your Site Fee

At Solana, you'll pay a regular site fee which contributes to the management and maintenance of the community and the land your home sits on.

What’s Included?

After purchasing your home, you'll pay a weekly site fee. This fee contributes to the management and maintenance of the community, including:

Lease of the land your home sits on
Council rates
Water rates (excluding water usage)
Community management
Maintenance of resort-style facilities
Community roads and entry points
Security and gated access
Landscaping and garden maintenance of common areas
Lawn and garden maintenance to the front of your home

What’s Not Included?

Like any homeowner, you'll still be responsible for your own personal household expenses, including:

Electricity
Water usage
Internet and phone services
Home and contents insurance
Day-to-day living expenses

Why Many Homeowners Choose Land Lease Living

One of the key benefits of the land lease model is the opportunity to reduce some of the costs commonly associated with traditional home ownership.

No Stamp Duty
No Council Rates
No Entry or Exit Fees
Keep 100% of Any Capital Gain
No Body Corporate Fees

Your Questions, Answered.

If you're eligible for a pension or payments through Centrelink or the Department of Veterans' Affairs, you may also be eligible for Government Rent Assistance, which can help reduce the cost of your site fee.
In addition to the purchase price of your home, you may wish to budget for independent legal advice, solicitor fees and moving expenses.
One of the financial advantages of the land lease model is that you do not pay stamp duty, land title registration fees or search costs.
Site fees are reviewed annually in accordance with your Site Agreement. Adjustments are typically based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 3.5%, with a market review only applying where permitted under relevant legislation.
Your Site Agreement provides full details on how and when site fee reviews may occur, ensuring a transparent and predictable approach to ongoing costs.
No. Solana's land lease model is designed to be simple and transparent. Before purchasing, you'll be provided with clear information about the costs involved, including your home purchase price and ongoing site fee.
The Australian Government's Downsizer Super Contribution Scheme allows eligible Australians aged 55 and over to contribute up to $300,000 per person from the sale of their home into their superannuation, helping boost retirement savings. Couples may be able to contribute up to $600,000 combined, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. Many Solana homeowners use the scheme as part of their downsizing journey, allowing them to release equity from their existing home while enhancing their long-term financial security. We recommend speaking with your financial adviser to understand how the scheme may apply to your personal circumstances.