Affordable coastal living in New South Wales beach towns under $1.5 million

Coastal homes in regional New South Wales are available for under $1.5 million, with some median prices below $1 million and $800,000. Median house prices along the NSW coast range from $685,000 to $1.45 million, significantly lower than Sydney's median of $1.75 million. Towns like East Ballina, Salamander Bay, and Shoalhaven Heads offer coastal living within these budgets. Areas such as Forster, Old Bar, and Eden have median house prices below $800,000, providing more affordable options for those seeking a beach lifestyle.