Average rent in Artarmon, NSW — 2026

Artarmon sits in the Willoughby local government area, 7km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 9,406 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $525/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 50% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$525/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
9,406

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Sydney
7 km
Households renting
50%
Separate houses
23%
Flats / apartments
68%
Born overseas
50%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Willoughby

Renting in Artarmon

Renting in Artarmon costs more than most of New South Wales — the typical renter pays $525/week, which is 24% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is mostly renters (50%) living mostly in flats and apartments (68%), which fits the inner-Sydney pattern. About 50% of residents were born overseas, and Professionals is the biggest occupation category. Artarmon is 7km from the CBD — close to jobs, transit, and the kind of inner-city amenity that pushes rent up. Applications close fast and competition is real. State rent indices have moved a lot since 2021, so the live figure above matters more than the Census baseline.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Artarmon?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Artarmon, NSW was $525. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Artarmon rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Artarmon came in at $525 — 24% above. Artarmon sits 7km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 23% separate houses and 68% flats).
Which suburbs near Artarmon have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Artarmon's $525/week (ABS 2021): North Ryde - East Ryde, Avoca Beach - Copacabana, Prestons. On the higher end, you've got Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills, Oran Park, Pennant Hills - Cheltenham. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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