Average rent in Illawong - Alfords Point, NSW — 2026

Illawong - Alfords Point sits in the Sutherland Shire local government area, 22km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 10,554 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $680/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 7% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$680/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,554

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Sydney
22 km
Households renting
7%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
23%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Sutherland Shire

Renting in Illawong - Alfords Point

Illawong - Alfords Point is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $680/week, around 60% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 92% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (94%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 22km from Sydney, with a population of around 10,554 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Illawong - Alfords Point?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Illawong - Alfords Point, NSW was $680. 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 Illawong - Alfords Point rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Illawong - Alfords Point came in at $680 — 60% above. Illawong - Alfords Point sits 22km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 94% separate houses and 2% flats).
Which suburbs near Illawong - Alfords Point have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Illawong - Alfords Point's $680/week (ABS 2021) include Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte, Woollahra, Mona Vale - Warriewood (North). Bondi Beach - North Bondi, Castle Hill - West, Cherrybrook sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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