Redfern, NSW 2167
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $500/wk Median
- 62.4% Renters
Redfern Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.7k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $500
- To the CBD
- 2.7km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Redfern Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Redfern for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 62.4% of the suburb's 13,670 residents rent.
Around Redfern
Redfern Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Redfern Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Redfern
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Redfern
Real questions renters ask before moving to Redfern.
What's the community like in Redfern?
Redfern has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 13,670, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Redfern family-friendly for renters?
Redfern has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $500/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
Is Redfern walkable?
Redfern carries a walkability score of 9.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Redfern?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Redfern is $500. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $500 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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