Ultimo, NSW 2099
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $500/wk Median
- 68.1% Renters
Ultimo Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.4k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $500
- To the CBD
- 1.7km
- Walkability
- 9.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Ultimo 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.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Ultimo for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 68.1% of the suburb's 7,410 residents rent.
Around Ultimo
Ultimo Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Ultimo Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Ultimo
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ultimo
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ultimo.
Is Ultimo walkable?
Ultimo carries a walkability score of 9.6/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
What's the community like in Ultimo?
Locals describe Ultimo as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 7,410, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Ultimo from the Sydney CBD?
Ultimo is approximately 2km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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