Prestons, NSW 2435
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $520/wk Median
- 18.0% Renters
Prestons Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.7k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $520
- To the CBD
- 32.2km
- Walkability
- 5.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Prestons Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
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
City Fringe
Renters land in Prestons for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 18.0% of the suburb's 15,692 residents rent.
Around Prestons
Prestons Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Prestons Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Prestons
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Prestons
Real questions renters ask before moving to Prestons.
Is Prestons walkable?
Prestons carries a walkability score of 5.7/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Prestons?
Locals describe Prestons as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 15,692, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Prestons a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Prestons has a 18.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Prestons family-friendly for renters?
Prestons has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $520/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
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