Self Care - Buchanan

Buchanan - John Buchanan, of Scottish descent, migrated to Sydney with his family in 1842, he then being six years old.  He eventually became a timber merchant and in 1883 bought land which was part of the Chisholm Estate at Auburn.  On this land he built his lovely home, Duncraggan Hall, taking up residence in 1887.  In 1892, however, he sold the Auburn property to the Sisters of Charity and to Duncraggan Hall they transferred St Joseph’s Hospital from Parramatta where it had been established in 1886 as St Joseph’s Consumptive Hospital. Buchanan has 2 downstairs (One bedroom) and 4 upstairs (2 dedrooms) selfcare apartments, 6 in total. 

Floor Plan

What Does it Cost to Live at Buchanan

During Occupancy Of St Joseph’s Village, a fee, payable fortnightly in advance, will cover water and sewerage rates, building insurance, building maintenance and administration costs.

Residents will pay their own telephone accounts, electricity, contents insurance and normal personal living expenses including pharmaceutical and medical expenses.

View our current Price List detailing the purchase price and maintenance fee.

If you would like to make a inquiry about a Buchanan Apartment please fill in and submit our Accommodation Waiting List Query Form online for a prompt reply.