Mittagong, NSW 2264
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $435/wk Median
- 25.2% Renters
Mittagong Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.9k
- Median age
- 44
- Median weekly rent
- $435
- To the CBD
- 94km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Mittagong Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Mittagong is a regional New South Wales community of 10,931 residents, with 25.2% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $435 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Mittagong
Mittagong Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Mittagong Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Mittagong
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Mittagong
Real questions renters ask before moving to Mittagong.
Is Mittagong walkable?
Mittagong carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Mittagong a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Mittagong has a 25.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
What's the community like in Mittagong?
Locals describe Mittagong as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 10,931, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Mittagong?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Mittagong is $435. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $435 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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