North Sydney - Lavender Bay, NSW 2791
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $600/wk Median
- 58.6% Renters
North Sydney - Lavender Bay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.4k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $600
- To the CBD
- 3.3km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
North Sydney - Lavender Bay 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.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in North Sydney - Lavender Bay for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 58.6% of the suburb's 12,441 residents rent.
Around North Sydney - Lavender Bay
North Sydney - Lavender Bay Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
North Sydney - Lavender Bay Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in North Sydney - Lavender Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in North Sydney - Lavender Bay
Real questions renters ask before moving to North Sydney - Lavender Bay.
What's the community like in North Sydney - Lavender Bay?
North Sydney - Lavender Bay has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,441, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is North Sydney - Lavender Bay a good suburb for renters?
Yes. North Sydney - Lavender Bay has a 58.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in North Sydney - Lavender Bay?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in North Sydney - Lavender Bay is $600. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $600 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is North Sydney - Lavender Bay walkable?
North Sydney - Lavender Bay carries a walkability score of 8.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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