Mortgage broker St Kilda

Looking for a mortgage broker St Kilda? XLOANS is a local Melbourne mortgage broker helping St Kilda buyers, refinancers and investors compare 40+ lenders — and we do the legwork for free.

Why choose a mortgage broker St Kilda

As a mortgage broker St Kilda, XLOANS compares the whole market in one go instead of you ringing banks one by one. We weigh the headline rate against fees, offset features and cashback to find the true best deal.

Whether you're a first home buyer, refinancing or investing in St Kilda, we match you to the lender most likely to approve your loan at a sharp rate.

What we help with

  • First home buyer loans, grants and the 5% deposit scheme.
  • Refinancing to a lower rate or to access equity.
  • Investment and SMSF property finance.
  • Self-employed, low-doc and specialist lending.

How much can you borrow in St Kilda?

Your borrowing power depends on income, expenses, debts and dependants — and every lender assesses it differently. We work it out accurately across multiple lenders so you know your real budget for St Kilda.

Our borrowing power calculator gives you a quick estimate before we refine it together.

Free, local and lender-paid

Our service is free to you — we're paid by the lender and we disclose it. You get local St Kilda lending knowledge at no cost and no obligation.

One point of contact manages your application, valuation and settlement end to end.

The St Kilda property market

St Kilda is a vibrant bayside suburb mixing Art Deco apartments, period homes and modern developments near the foreshore and Acland Street. Its large apartment market means lender policy matters — some banks limit lending on small or high-density units, and others are more flexible. We help St Kilda buyers and investors find lenders that lend confidently on the property type and building you're considering.

St Kilda property prices & market data

Indicative median prices, rents and growth for St Kilda (3182) over the 12 months to mid-2025. Figures are a guide only and move with the market.

Property typeMedian price12-mth growthMedian rentGross yield
Houses$1,520,0001.8%$820/wk2.8%
Units / apartments$560,0001%$500/wk4.6%

Example purchase costs in St Kilda

Worked examples for a first home buyer, an upgrader and an investor — based on an indicative 6.00% p.a. variable rate over 30 years, principal & interest. Your real numbers depend on your situation and lender.

First home buyer

$560,000

Unit/apartment in St Kilda · 5% deposit

Deposit (5%)
$28,000
Loan amount
$532,000 (95% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC), after FHB concession
$0
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0 (5% scheme)
Cash needed upfront
$31,000
Est. repayment
$3,190/mo

Art Deco apartment within the first home buyer and 5% deposit scheme caps.

Upgrader

$1,520,000

House in St Kilda · 20% deposit

Deposit (20%)
$304,000
Loan amount
$1,216,000 (80% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC)
$83,600
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0
Cash needed upfront
$390,600
Est. repayment
$7,291/mo

Bayside period home with a 20% deposit to avoid LMI.

Investor

$560,000

Unit/apartment in St Kilda · 20% deposit

Deposit (20%)
$112,000
Loan amount
$448,000 (80% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC)
$28,670
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0
Cash needed upfront
$143,670
Est. repayment
$2,686/mo

Apartment near the foreshore let at the suburb median rent.

Estimates only and not financial advice. Stamp duty uses indicative Victorian rates and first home buyer concessions; the 5% deposit scheme (First Home Guarantee) waives LMI where the price is within the cap and you qualify. Verify your exact costs with a XLOANS broker or our purchase cost calculator.

Find us & the area we serve

XLOANS works with buyers, refinancers and investors right across this area and greater Melbourne.

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Frequently asked questions

This page is general information only and not financial advice. Lending criteria, rates and government schemes change — speak to a XLOANS broker for advice tailored to your situation. XLOANS is a Melbourne-based mortgage broking service.

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