Here we provide some handy tips and information about how to buy a DHA property.


Property releases
Each year, to fund our operations, we sell a portion of our portfolio to investors under a leaseback arrangement. As our portfolio is consistently supplied from our property development, construction and acquisition program, we are able to offer investors a steady stream of attractive opportunities.

Preview properties
Properties offered for sale can be viewed on our website. Generally, they can be viewed up to a week in advance of being released.

Each property listing sets out the sale price; weekly rent; lease term; construction year; living and land area; energy efficiency rating (Canberra properties only); and a description of amenities and inclusions. You can also view photos and a floor plan. Where available, you can download an indicative depreciation report and sustainability declaration (Queensland properties only). Other details are available upon request.

In order to protect the privacy and security of the Defence family occupying the property, we do not advertise the street address or conduct ‘open house’ style inspections. However, a location map, with street map and satellite images, can be viewed.


Sales process
We employ a team of dedicated real estate professionals to ensure you understand our unique leasing arrangements and guide you through our sales process. They are familiar with, and have access to, our national portfolio; in other words, you don’t need to speak with one of our consultants in Queensland to buy a DHA property located in Brisbane.

Before we can attempt to place a property 'on hold' for you, we request you seek professional advice to confirm your budget and provide us with written evidence of your financial capability (i.e. loan pre-approval or confirmation of your cash or superannuation assets). This is for your benefit as well as ours, because it assists in identifying locations that may suit your investment goals.

When indicating your interest to buy, we encourage you to speak with one of our consultants and nominate several property preferences. When a property is placed ‘on hold’ for you, we will provide written confirmation and outline the actions and information needed to effect the sale. There is no need for you to inspect the property; the majority of our investors don’t. However, after you have paid your holding deposit, this can be arranged if you wish.


Register your interest to receive regular updates via email or contact our office on 133 DHA (133 342) to speak with one of our consultants.



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Attention: This guide is intended to provide general information only. All references to the lease are in accordance with DHA Lease Agreement Edition 6b. Investment is subject to DHA’s lease terms and conditions of sale. Investors retain some responsibilities and risks. Prospective investors should seek independent advice. DHA will not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy or actions taken in reliance on this information.