Port Kembla - Warrawong, NSW 2449
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $300/wk Median
- 40.3% Renters
Port Kembla - Warrawong Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.7k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 4.8km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Port Kembla - Warrawong 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.
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
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Port Kembla - Warrawong usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 9,740 people, 40.3% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $300 that reflects its position in the Wollongong market.
Around Port Kembla - Warrawong
Port Kembla - Warrawong Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Port Kembla - Warrawong Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Port Kembla - Warrawong
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Port Kembla - Warrawong
Real questions renters ask before moving to Port Kembla - Warrawong.
Is Port Kembla - Warrawong family-friendly for renters?
Port Kembla - Warrawong has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $300/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Wollongong.
How much does it cost to rent in Port Kembla - Warrawong?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Port Kembla - Warrawong is $300. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $300 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Port Kembla - Warrawong from the Wollongong CBD?
Port Kembla - Warrawong is approximately 7km from the Wollongong CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 17-32 minutes.
What's the community like in Port Kembla - Warrawong?
Locals describe Port Kembla - Warrawong as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,740, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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