Mortgage brokers in Adelaide
392 mortgage broking firms across 269 Adelaide suburbs, rated 4.9 out of 5 on average. Choose your suburb to compare the mortgage brokers (finance brokers and home loan brokers) near you.
Updated October 2026
Popular suburbs in Adelaide
Mortgage brokers and home loans in Adelaide
392 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore are based in Adelaide, across 269 suburbs. Together they have 27,924 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
At the 2021 Census, 36% of homes across these suburbs were owned with a mortgage (SA: 36%), 31% were owned outright and 29% were rented. In most suburbs the median mortgage repayment was between $1,560 and $2,000 a month.
Home ownership figures: ABS 2021 Census, used under CC BY 4.0. Mortgage broker figures from BrokerScore, updated October 2026.
Buying your first home in Adelaide
The 5% Deposit Scheme price cap depends on the suburb. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to the cap with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance.
- $900,000 in Adelaide (258 Adelaide suburbs)
- $500,000 in the rest of South Australia (1 Adelaide suburbs)
- A First Home Owner Grant for eligible new homes.
- Stamp duty relief for eligible first home buyers buying a new home or land to build on.
- Check RevenueSA for current amounts and conditions.
General information only, checked 9 October 2026. Sources: 5% Deposit Scheme price caps, South Australia.
First home buyer mortgage brokers in Adelaide →Mortgage broker Adelaide FAQs
How many mortgage brokers are there in Adelaide?
There are 392 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore based in Adelaide. The suburbs with the most choice are College Park, North Adelaide and Hackney. Search your suburb to see who’s closest to you.
How much does a mortgage broker cost in Adelaide?
Most mortgage brokers in Adelaide don’t charge you for a standard home loan. They’re usually paid a commission by the lender once your loan settles. Some charge a fee for complex loans, so ask upfront. Every mortgage broker must give you a credit guide explaining how they’re paid.
What is the 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in Adelaide?
It depends on the suburb: $900,000 in Adelaide and $500,000 in the rest of South Australia. Check the suburb page, or confirm with a participating lender or mortgage broker.
Should I use a mortgage broker or go straight to my bank?
A bank can only offer its own home loans. A mortgage broker compares loans from the lenders on their panel. They must act in your best interests, and they handle the paperwork through to settlement.
Is a finance broker the same as a mortgage broker?
Usually, yes. In Australia “mortgage broker”, “finance broker” and “home loan broker” are used for the same job: a licensed credit representative who compares home loans from several lenders and arranges the one you choose. Some finance brokers also arrange car, equipment or business loans. Every mortgage broker in Adelaide on BrokerScore is on the ASIC register, whichever name they use.
How do I choose a mortgage broker in Adelaide?
Start with your suburb so you see who’s close by, then compare BrokerScores and recent reviews. Check they help with your situation, see which lenders they work with, and ask how they’re paid. You can message any mortgage broker on BrokerScore for free.