This guide is designed to give an idea of typical weekly rent levels across Sydney, based on unfurnished properties let on standard long-term leases. The figures below are drawn from the NSW Government’s Rent Check tool, which reports on median rents by postcode, property type, and number of bedrooms based on lodged bond data.

The examples included here illustrate the kind of ranges you can expect to see when using Rent Check and can help you sense-check pricing in different suburbs. Ranges are indicative only; actual weekly rent will vary depending on condition, furnishing, inclusions, and location.

Sydney CBD (2000)

• Units: 1 BR: $750–$1,020; 2 BR: $1,150–$1,550; 3 BR: $1,600–$2,300
• Houses: 1 BR: $755–$1,188; 2 BR: $999–$1,400; 3 BR: $1,410–$2,325

Ultimo (2007)

• Units: 1 BR: $520–$734; 2 BR: $900–$1,200; 3 BR: $1,500–$1,700
• Houses: 1 BR: $664–$823; 2 BR: N/A; 3 BR: $1,050–$1,300

Pyrmont (2009)

• Units: 1 BR: $670–$760; 2 BR: $900–$1,100; 3 BR: $1,250–$1,700
• Houses: 1 BR: $666–$775; 2 BR: $869–$1,013; 3 BR: $1,250–$1,673

Waterloo (2017)

• Units: 1 BR: $770–$890; 2 BR: $1,040–$1,240; 3 BR: $1,375–$1,650
• Houses: 1 BR: $660–$840; 2 BR: $950–$1,250; 3 BR: $1,240–$1,365

Randwick (2031)

• Units: 1 BR: $653–$800; 2 BR: $795–$950; 3 BR: $1,050–$1,350
• Houses: 1 BR: $800–$860; 2 BR: $848–$1,100; 3 BR: $1,200–$1,488

Kensington (2033)

• Units: 1 BR: $659–$879; 2 BR: $780–$940; 3 BR: $1,000–$1,150
• Houses: 1 BR: $508–$743; 2 BR: $725–$900; 3 BR: $1,000–$1,350

Glebe (2037)

• Units: 1 BR: $521–$794; 2 BR: $896–$1,199; 3 BR: $1,300–$1,590
• Houses: 1 BR: $380–$713; 2 BR: $800–$984; 3 BR: $1,056–$1,394

Newtown (2042)

• Units: 1 BR: $550–$685; 2 BR: $684–$873; 3 BR: $913–$1,039
• Houses: 1 BR: $382–$723; 2 BR: $754–$925; 3 BR: $995–$1,250

Macquarie Park (2113)

• Units: 1 BR: $695–$750; 2 BR: $710–$960; 3 BR: $1,198–$1,370
• Houses: 1 BR: $588–$713; 2 BR: $713–$898; 3 BR: $858–$998

Burwood (2134)

• Units: 1 BR: $590–$750; 2 BR: $780–$970; 3 BR: $930–$1,250
• Houses: 1 BR: $215–$560; 2 BR: $645–$923; 3 BR: $990–$1,250

Parramatta (2150)

• Units: 1 BR: $545–$700; 2 BR: $580–$800; 3 BR: $750–$1,150
• Houses: 1 BR: $430–$600; 2 BR: $600–$745; 3 BR: $678–$780

How to use this guide

These figures represent medians for unfurnished homes. Actual weekly rents vary depending on property condition, inclusions such as parking, and exact location within the suburb. Furnished properties usually attract a premium of around 5–15%, depending on quality and demand. Mobilife specialises in mid-term stays, and an additional premium is often added on top of this compared with standard long-term rentals.

Houses in inner suburbs are often older terrace-style dwellings with limited parking, while modern high-rise units dominate near transport hubs. Studios (not shown in the Rent Check tool) are generally a little cheaper than one-bedroom units, though the gap is modest in high-demand areas.

This guide should be used as a starting point when setting or comparing weekly rents on Mobilife. Always adjust for the specific features of the property, the level of furnishing, and the local market context.

Disclaimer

This guide is not financial or legal advice. Figures are based on median weekly rents reported through the NSW Government’s Rent Check tool and are provided for general information only. For the most up-to-date and official data, always refer directly to the Rent Check tool.