Average rent in Eastlakes, NSW2026

Eastlakes sits in the Bayside (NSW) local government area, 7km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 8,941 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $385/week — below the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 45% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,941

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Sydney
7 km
Households renting
45%
Separate houses
39%
Flats / apartments
55%
Born overseas
50%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Bayside (NSW)

Renting in Eastlakes

Eastlakes runs roughly with the New South Wales state median — renters typically pay $385/week, close to the $424/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (51% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 45% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (39%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 41 and a population around 8,941. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 50% of residents were born overseas. Eastlakes is 7km from Sydney, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Eastlakes?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Eastlakes, NSW was $385. 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 Eastlakes rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Eastlakes came in at $385 — 9% below. Eastlakes sits 7km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 39% separate houses and 55% flats).
Which suburbs near Eastlakes have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Eastlakes's $385/week (ABS 2021): Jindabyne - Berridale, Campsie - South, Liverpool - East. On the higher end, you've got Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale, Campbelltown - Woodbine, Ballina. 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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