Glebe - Forest Lodge, NSW 2921
Close to everything Sydney offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $505/wk Median
- 62.0% Renters
Glebe - Forest Lodge Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 20.3k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $505
- To the CBD
- 2.6km
- Walkability
- 9.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Glebe - Forest Lodge Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Glebe - Forest Lodge is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 20,262 residents, a clear majority 62.0% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $505 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Glebe - Forest Lodge
Glebe - Forest Lodge Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Glebe - Forest Lodge Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Glebe - Forest Lodge
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Glebe - Forest Lodge
Real questions renters ask before moving to Glebe - Forest Lodge.
How far is Glebe - Forest Lodge from the Sydney CBD?
Glebe - Forest Lodge is approximately 2km from the Sydney CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 12-27 minutes.
What's the community like in Glebe - Forest Lodge?
Locals describe Glebe - Forest Lodge as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 20,262, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Glebe - Forest Lodge walkable?
Glebe - Forest Lodge carries a walkability score of 9.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Glebe - Forest Lodge a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Glebe - Forest Lodge has a 62.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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