Average rent in Parramatta - South, NSW2026

Parramatta - South sits in the Parramatta local government area, 20km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 9,867 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — below the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 69% 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
9,867

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Sydney
20 km
Households renting
69%
Separate houses
13%
Flats / apartments
83%
Born overseas
70%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Parramatta

Renting in Parramatta - South

Parramatta - South runs close to the New South Wales median rent of $424/week, with renters paying around $400/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Parramatta - South from the state norm is its renter density — 69% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 13% separate houses and 83% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 9,867, the median age is 32, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 70% of residents were born overseas. At 20km from Sydney, Parramatta - South typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Parramatta - South?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Parramatta - South, NSW was $400. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Parramatta - South rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Parramatta - South came in at $400 — 6% below. Parramatta - South sits 20km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 13% separate houses and 83% flats).
Which suburbs near Parramatta - South have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Parramatta - South's $400/week (ABS 2021) include Summerland Point - Gwandalan, Belmore - Belfield, Campbelltown - Woodbine. The Oaks - Oakdale, North Parramatta, Blacktown - West 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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