Your mortgage broker for Rouse Hill.
Riz Finance is a mortgage broker based in Norwest, working with Rouse Hill first home buyers, families and investors. Rouse Hill has a much wider mix of houses, townhouses and apartments than neighbouring Kellyville, and we match each to the lenders that suit it. We compare 50+ lenders, our service is free to you, and we're rated 5.0 on Google from more than 180 reviews.
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Houses, townhouses and apartments, each lent on differently.
At the 2021 Census, Rouse Hill was roughly half houses and half townhouses and apartments. That variety makes it a more realistic first purchase than many house-dominated Hills suburbs, and why the choice of lender depends heavily on the property.
First home buyers
Townhouses and apartments where the 5% Deposit Scheme and the NSW transfer duty exemption or concession may apply.
First home buyer schemes →Townhouses
Usually assessed much like houses, with strata levies factored into your budget and borrowing power.
Apartments near the station
Units around Rouse Hill Station, where building and unit size can narrow the list of willing lenders.
Families moving up
From a townhouse into a house in Rouse Hill, Kellyville or the new estates nearby, with the loan sized around the sale.
Rouse Hill At A Glance
The local numbers we work with.
| Postcode | 2155, shared with Kellyville, North Kellyville, Kellyville Ridge and Beaumont Hills |
|---|---|
| Metro station | Rouse Hill, an elevated station on the Metro North West Line since 26 May 2019; Tallawong, the end of the line, is the next station west |
| Homes (2021 Census) | 54.4% separate houses, 19.9% semi-detached or townhouses, 25.4% flats or apartments |
| Owned with a mortgage (2021 Census) | 43.4% of occupied homes |
| Median mortgage repayment (2021 Census) | $2,730 a month |
| Rouse Hill Hospital | Under construction at Windsor Road and Commercial Road; $910 million; no opening date published |
| First home buyer duty relief (NSW) | No transfer duty for eligible first home buyers on homes up to $800,000; concession up to $1 million (contracts from 1 July 2023) |
Why Riz Finance
We do the scheme paperwork with the loan.
We've helped more than 500 first home buyers, and the schemes are where a lot of buyers trip up: each has its own caps, residence rules and lodgement steps. We check what you may be eligible for and lodge it with your loan application. You deal with the same broker from first call to settlement.
- Free service, paid by the lender on settlement
- 50+ lenders, from the majors to specialists
- First home, townhouse, apartment and upgrade loans
- Meetings in person at Norwest, or by phone and video
Estimate your stamp duty
See the NSW transfer duty table and estimate what you'd pay, then ask us whether an exemption or concession applies.
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Testimonials
What our clients say
Rated 5.0 on Google by clients across Sydney and beyond.
“The team at Riz Finance was exceptional from start to finish. Before and after loan approval, Asad and his team offered clear guidance and kept us informed at every step. Their support and information were always accessible, making the entire process smooth. We can’t thank them enough. If you’re considering Riz Finance, we highly recommend them! Thanks Mark & Lisa”Mark McCabe Google review
“Honestly cannot fault our experience. Asad and team have been responsive and helpful through the entire process. We have referred them onto 3 more people since our dealing and will not deal with anyone else going forward! So grateful for the teams work in getting our loan sorted quickly!”Brittany Pickford Google review
“Fantastic experience with Riz Finance! Asad and his team got us from just dreaming about our home to getting the keys to our new today! The process was so smooth and happened so much quicker than expected. Highly recommend!”Felicity Ward Google review
FAQ
What Rouse Hill clients ask us
Is a Rouse Hill mortgage broker free to use?
Yes. You pay us nothing. Like most Australian brokers, we are paid a commission by the lender once your loan settles, and we disclose it before you proceed. That covers comparing lenders, checking scheme eligibility, lodging the application and managing it through to settlement, whether or not the loan goes ahead.
Can first home buyers get into Rouse Hill?
Often, with the right property type. About 45% of Rouse Hill's occupied homes were townhouses or apartments at the 2021 Census, against about 12% in neighbouring Kellyville. Those are the price points where first home buyer support is most likely to apply, including the NSW transfer duty exemption for eligible homes up to $800,000. We check the current caps against the property you're considering.
Is it easier to borrow for a townhouse or an apartment?
Generally, a townhouse is assessed much like a house, while an apartment can face extra lender checks on building size, unit size and how many loans the lender already holds nearby. Strata levies count in your budget either way. Rouse Hill has plenty of both, so we confirm how the specific property fits each lender's policy before you make an offer.
What is the 5% Deposit Scheme?
It is the Australian Government scheme, formerly the Home Guarantee Scheme, that lets eligible first home buyers purchase with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance. Since 1 October 2025 it has had no income caps or waiting list, but property price caps still apply. You apply through a participating lender, and we lodge it with your loan application.
What is happening with Rouse Hill Hospital?
NSW Health is building a new hospital on the corner of Windsor Road and Commercial Road, Rouse Hill, a $910 million project now under construction after early works began in February 2026. No opening date has been published. For buyers it is a future local service rather than something to price in today, so check the project's official site for current timing.
How does the Metro connect Rouse Hill?
Rouse Hill Station is an elevated station on the Metro North West Line, which opened on 26 May 2019. Since August 2024 the line runs on from Chatswood through the Sydney CBD to Sydenham, so Rouse Hill has a direct metro to the city. Tallawong, the next station west, is the end of the line and the centre of a precinct planned for about 4,400 homes.
Which areas around Rouse Hill do you cover?
Rouse Hill, Kellyville Ridge, Beaumont Hills, Kellyville, North Kellyville, Box Hill and The Gables, along with the rest of the Hills District. Our office is in Norwest, a short drive away, and you're welcome to meet in person. We also work with clients across Sydney and Australia by phone and video.
How do I get started?
Book a free discovery call. Half an hour is usually enough to estimate your borrowing power, check which first home buyer supports you may be eligible for, and shortlist suitable lenders. You deal with the same broker from that first call through to settlement, so there's no re-explaining your situation.
Let's Get Started
Talk to a Rouse Hill mortgage broker.
Book a free chat at our Norwest office or by phone. Half an hour is usually enough to know your borrowing power and which first home buyer supports may apply to you.
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- 50+ lenders compared
- A direct line to your broker
- Fast responses and clear advice
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Tell us a little about your goals and one of our brokers will be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your options and answer any questions.
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