Penshurst, NSW 2452
Inner-Sydney convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $400/wk Median
- 42.8% Renters
Penshurst Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.5k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 15.4km
- Walkability
- 7
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Penshurst 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.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Penshurst for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 42.8% of the suburb's 9,528 residents rent.
Around Penshurst
Penshurst Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Penshurst Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Penshurst
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Penshurst
Real questions renters ask before moving to Penshurst.
Is Penshurst a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Penshurst has a 42.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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 Penshurst?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Penshurst is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Penshurst from the Sydney CBD?
Penshurst is approximately 16km from the Sydney CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 26-41 minutes.
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